Remote Sensing Education | Resources for Teaching Imagery and Drones in Schools

Embrace the latest in remote sensing technology

Remote sensing and image analysis methods are advancing rapidly. A wealth of high-resolution and up-to-date raster data can be collected with different sensor platforms. Image processing and analysis can now be done on-site, with desktop computers, servers, mobile apps, and in the cloud.

New analysis methods and algorithms emerge alongside new tools. Higher education students need to learn these techniques and how to use the latest tools to conduct research, seize career opportunities, and make an impact.

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Modern imagery and remote sensing

The fundamentals of remote sensing technology haven’t changed, but new tools, methods, data, and applications continue to develop. To succeed, students need to understand basic concepts and learn modern skills.

Data

Data is increasingly available in spatial, temporal, and spectral resolutions from different sensor platforms and modalities.
Platform

Image processing, analysis, and storage can be done on desktop computers, in enterprise environments, and in the cloud.
Trends

There are innovative ways to use imagery, such as extracting features with deep learning models and using 3D reality mapping to create digital representations of the world.
Use

Imagery can be used in many ways, from simple background and analysis to advanced object detection or creating 3D imagery that integrates with geospatial technology..

ArcNews

Vermont speeds flood response with GIS

A team at the University of Vermont's Spatial Analysis Laboratory employed GIS tools and drones for flooding disaster response in July 2023.

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Esri Blog

Drones and GIS tackle Lake Tahoe’s algae threat

The Tahoe Environmental Research Center uses GIS and drones to monitor the environmental health and water quality at the famously clear lake.

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Using Esri resources to teach deep learning

Faculty in the department of geology and environmental science at the University of Pittsburgh use Esri Academy to help teach modern GIS skills.

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Teaching the fundamentals of remote sensing

At the University of Vermont's Spatial Analysis Lab, students use remote sensing to answer environmental questions.

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User Story

Using drones in education to teach valuable skills

A professor at Virginia Commonwealth University uses the latest Esri software in his courses to empower students with essential skills.

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Building an imagery legacy in education

Dr. Christiane Schmullius at Germany’s University Jena explores the transformative potential of radar and optical data in GIS and remote sensing.

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Remote sensing education webinars

Esri’s education outreach team hosts webinars on imagery and remote sensing topics for educators, researchers, and students. Access the recordings to learn how to incorporate the latest tools and workflows into your coursework.

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ArcGIS imagery workflows

Explore authoritative resources to help you manage, analyze, and use imagery in your courses.

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Embrace the latest in remote sensing technology

Modern imagery and remote sensing

Data

Platform

Trends

Use

Vermont speeds flood response with GIS

Drones and GIS tackle Lake Tahoe’s algae threat

Using Esri resources to teach deep learning

Teaching the fundamentals of remote sensing

Using drones in education to teach valuable skills

Building an imagery legacy in education

Remote sensing education webinars

ArcGIS imagery workflows

Resources for teaching and research

Resources by topic

ArcGIS Drone2Map Workflows

Compare ArcGIS Drone2Map and Site Scan for ArcGIS

ArcGIS Drone2Map in the classroom

ArcGIS Drone2Map tutorials

Site Scan for teaching, research, or campus asset management

Unlock the power of deep learning with ArcGIS

How to get started with deep learning analysis

Try deep learning in ArcGIS

Deep learning tutorials

Deep learning packages

Introducing ArcGIS Reality

Teach reality mapping with ArcGIS Reality

ArcGIS Reality mesh gallery

Getting started with SAR satellite imagery

Explore SAR satellite imagery

How to process Sentinel-1 SAR data

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