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What is the total number of animals recorded for the Barred Owl?
What is the total number of animals recorded for the Barred Owl?
How many mammals have been recorded for the Barred Owl?
How many mammals have been recorded for the Barred Owl?
What role do community scientists play in training AI models?
What role do community scientists play in training AI models?
What is a key benefit of using AI for disaster relief?
What is a key benefit of using AI for disaster relief?
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Which volunteer organization provides response GIS and remote sensing work?
Which volunteer organization provides response GIS and remote sensing work?
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Which of the following categories recorded the highest number of entries for the Barred Owl?
Which of the following categories recorded the highest number of entries for the Barred Owl?
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Which technology is being leveraged for disaster relief as described?
Which technology is being leveraged for disaster relief as described?
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What data analysis aid is provided by VGI for Disaster Relief?
What data analysis aid is provided by VGI for Disaster Relief?
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What does Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) primarily rely on?
What does Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) primarily rely on?
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What is one of the key benefits of using VGI in disaster relief?
What is one of the key benefits of using VGI in disaster relief?
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Which of the following is an example of community science mentioned?
Which of the following is an example of community science mentioned?
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In what way does VGI open new research avenues?
In what way does VGI open new research avenues?
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What is a major challenge associated with collecting geographic data?
What is a major challenge associated with collecting geographic data?
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Which of the following is NOT a focus area of VGI?
Which of the following is NOT a focus area of VGI?
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Which species was NOT listed as part of the observations shared through iNaturalist?
Which species was NOT listed as part of the observations shared through iNaturalist?
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What type of species count does the Christmas Bird Count exemplify?
What type of species count does the Christmas Bird Count exemplify?
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What is one important aspect of spatial thinking as highlighted in the content?
What is one important aspect of spatial thinking as highlighted in the content?
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Which statement about maps is true based on the information provided?
Which statement about maps is true based on the information provided?
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What does the democratization of mapping imply?
What does the democratization of mapping imply?
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What is the primary purpose of Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) for governments?
What is the primary purpose of Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) for governments?
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In the context of digital divides, what is a critical consideration regarding data coverage gaps?
In the context of digital divides, what is a critical consideration regarding data coverage gaps?
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Which of the following is NOT a course offered as part of the Geographic Information program?
Which of the following is NOT a course offered as part of the Geographic Information program?
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What does neogeography emphasize in terms of map creation?
What does neogeography emphasize in terms of map creation?
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What strategy is provided for handling questions in the final exam that a student does not know the answer to?
What strategy is provided for handling questions in the final exam that a student does not know the answer to?
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Which of the following best describes the digital divide?
Which of the following best describes the digital divide?
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What characterizes the geographical courses outlined in the content?
What characterizes the geographical courses outlined in the content?
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What is a potential downside of expanded VGI and digital mapping?
What is a potential downside of expanded VGI and digital mapping?
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What role does non-spatial data play according to the content?
What role does non-spatial data play according to the content?
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Which service is not typically associated with VGI collection methods?
Which service is not typically associated with VGI collection methods?
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Who typically contributes to Open Street Map data?
Who typically contributes to Open Street Map data?
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What is a characteristic of neogeography?
What is a characteristic of neogeography?
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What is one benefit of using VGI for cities like Toronto?
What is one benefit of using VGI for cities like Toronto?
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Study Notes
Course Evaluations
- Complete course evaluations.
- Received invitation via email.
Social Maps
- GGR172
- November 25th, 2024
Today's Schedule
- Volunteered Geographic Data
- Neogeography
- Digital Divides
Collecting Geographic Data
- Collection of geographic data is time-consuming, challenging, and costly.
- Traditionally coordinated and executed by institutions.
Volunteered Geographic Information
- Tools used to create, assemble and disseminate geographic data by individuals.
- Goodchild 2007
VGI for Science
- Community Science used for scientific information collection.
- Projects like bird banding and the Christmas Bird Count.
iNaturalist
- A social network for naturalists, community scientists and biologists.
- Aims to map and share biodiversity observations.
- 5,577 different species documented.
- 2,417 Birds, 22 Fish, 1,862 Insects, Arachnids, Arthropods & Molluscs, 299 Mammals, 219 Reptiles & Amphibians, and 34 Other species recorded.
- 4,853 total observations.
- Maps of hot spots of human-wildlife interactions, broken down by wildlife types (all wildlife, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians, insects/arachnids/arthropods/molluscs, bioblitz excluded, bioblitz only, super users, and regular users).
Artificial Intelligence
- Training computers to analyze data, identify trends, and apply the learning for subsequent problems.
VGI for Science - Human Eyes to Train AI
- Community scientists can help train AI models.
VGI for Disaster Relief
- Quick analysis of spatial data can save lives by helping to direct resources.
- Helps respond quickly in major events.
- Resources and data can be rapidly collected after disasters.
GIS Corps
- Volunteer organization providing quick response GIS and remote sensing work.
Open Street Map
- Free, open-access geographic dataset created and maintained by volunteers worldwide.
- Data collection is rapid, allowing for quick updates on maps.
VGI for Governments
- Collecting public data enables guiding policy and directing community resources.
- Data will inform policy choices and efficient use of resources.
Toronto 311
- Collecting location information about complaints and service requests across the city.
- Maps assist in addressing resident concerns.
What are your Questions?
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Neogeography
- Use of geographical techniques/tools, by non-experts, for personal and community activities.
Expansion of who creates maps…
- Spatial knowledge is held and created by all people, not just experts.
Digital Divides
- Term used to describe inequities in technology access.
- Ineqalities in technology access among populations.
Cost of Broadband Access as Percentage of Average Yearly Income
- Map depicting the cost of broadband subscription relative to income.
Digital Divides - Proportion of Respondents with Home Internet Download Speeds Over 50 Mbps
- Map showing areas with high Internet access.
Data Coverage Gaps
- Impact of uneven data availability on world understanding and decision-making.
- Map showing inaturalist observation density.
- World Maps are used to show coverage disparities.
Final Exam Format
- December 16th, 9-11 am.
- Writing in Myhal (MY) 150.
- Multiple Choice, Short Answer, Long Answer (300-400 words), and Map Critique.
- I Don't Know Policy: Write "I Don't Know" on one question.
Collaborative Midterm Review
- Participants contribute by December 13th and provide potential questions and answers.
Collegiality Points: Letter to Future Students
- Submit by December 9th. (300-500 words)
- Friendly tone & reflections on the course.
- Letter to future students to give advice on the course.
- Questions for letter submission.
Tutorial This Week: Working on Story Map Project
- Work on final story maps.
Next Lecture: Final Exam Review
- No new content, only review activities.
Geographic Information Courses at University of Toronto - St. George
- Listing of geographic information courses offered at the University of Toronto.
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Explore the fundamentals of Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) and its applications in community science. This quiz covers key concepts, tools, and the significance of VGI in mapping biodiversity. Understand how individuals contribute to scientific data collection through platforms like iNaturalist.
