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SUMMARY:Working With Citizen Science Data in GIS
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\nIn this hands-on workshop led by the Library GIS TA\, you 
 will learn how to use citizen science datasets to perform spatial analysis 
 in GIS. We will be using data from EDDMapS (Early Detection and 
 Distribution Mapping System)\, a web-based mapping system for documenting 
 invasive species and pest distribution – but the workflow you will learn 
 can be used for other citizen science platforms\, like iNaturalist and 
 eBird. You will learn what citizen science is\, how to download and import 
 observational data into a GIS project\, and how to apply a simple technique 
 to address sampling bias inherent in citizen science datasets. By the end 
 of the session\, you will have made a map showcasing your choice of species 
 distributions and gained foundational skills for integrating real-world 
 spatial data into environmental research and conservation projects. We will 
 be using QGIS\, a free and open-source desktop GIS software\, but the 
 workflow is applicable to other GIS softwares as well. For in-person 
 attendees\, computers with QGIS preinstalled will be available for you to 
 use. For virtual attendees\, please have QGIS installed on your device 
 before joining the session if you’d like to try the workflow.\n\nThis 
 workshop will be recorded.\n\n\nLocation: Online and W. E. B. Du Bois 
 Library\, Calipari Room (Lower Level)
LOCATION:Holdsworth 302
ORGANIZER;CN="UMass Amherst Libraries":MAILTO:ref@library.umass.edu
CATEGORIES:Data Series, Workshops
CONTACT;CN="UMass Amherst Libraries":MAILTO:ref@library.umass.edu
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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URL:https://libcal.library.umass.edu/event/14208387
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