6.15.2. Crowdsourcing in GIS

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is crowdsourcing?

   Hint

   Think about the prefix 'crowd' and its meaning.

2. 2.

   Name one platform where crowdsourcing is used for mapping.

   Hint

   Consider platforms for volunteers to contribute data.

3. 3.

   What is an example of a crowdsourced GIS platform?

   • Google Maps
   • OpenStreetMap
   • ArcGIS

   Hint

   Look for platforms that allow public contributions.

4. 4.

   Crowdsourced data is less prone to inaccuracy.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider who is providing the data.

5. 5.

   Assess the effectiveness of crowdsourced mapping in improving response times during a natural disaster. What metrics would you use to evaluate this?

   Hint

   Think about both speed and reliability factors.

6. 6.

   Design a framework for ensuring the quality of data collected through crowdsourcing. What steps would you implement?

   Hint

   Consider both initial checks and ongoing assessments.