Brief Introduction
Discover how to build your own citizen science project to address global challenges and create positive change.Course Summary
Learn how to use Earth observation data to monitor changes in our planet's health and support sustainable development in this free online course.Key Learning Points
- Understand the benefits of using Earth observation data for monitoring changes in the environment
- Learn how to access and use Earth observation data from various sources
- Discover how to apply Earth observation data for sustainable development
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the principles and applications of Earth observation data
- Develop skills in accessing and analyzing Earth observation data
- Apply Earth observation data to support sustainable development goals
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of geography and environmental science
- Access to a computer with internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced
- Video lectures
- Interactive quizzes
Similar Courses
- Geospatial Data Science with Python
- Introduction to Environmental Science
- Sustainability, Society and You
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Jane Goodall
- David Attenborough
Related Books
Requirements
- This course is for anyone interested in citizen science and citizen observatories, and learning about how to design a citizen science project.
Outline
- Getting started with citizen observatories Welcome to Week 1 Getting started with citizen science Understanding the issue or problem Choosing a question Forming a team Week 1 summary Observing your environment Welcome to Week 2 Deciding what data to collect Developing protocols for data collection Training for data collection Capturing or generating the data Week 2 summary Analysing and visualising your observations and results Welcome to Week 3 Collecting quality observations and data from your environment Understanding the data Analysing the data Visualising the data Week 3 summary Sharing results and creating change Welcome to Week 4 Disseminating results Change-making and planning action Course summary
Summary of User Reviews
WeObserve the Earth is a highly recommended course for anyone interested in learning about Earth observation. Users have praised the course for its comprehensive content and interactive approach. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the course's emphasis on practical applications of Earth observation techniques.Pros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive content
- Interactive approach
- Emphasis on practical applications
- Engaging instructors
- Clear and concise lectures
Cons from User Reviews
- Some technical topics may be difficult to understand for beginners
- Some users found the course to be too long
- Limited opportunities for interaction with other learners
- No certificate offered for completing the course
- Some users experienced technical difficulties with the platform
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