This short activity uses GIS to consider place-based hazards (assessing housing choices) using remotely sensed data. This site includes all materials needed for an instructor to carry out the activity, including answers to the thought questions.
Subject: Environmental Science:Natural Hazards Resource Type: Activities:Classroom Activity, Audio/Visual, Activities:Lab Activity, Computer Applications Special Interest: Data, models, or simulations, Remote Sensing, Online Course or Activity, Hazards, Computer-Based, GIS Grade Level: College Lower (13-14):College Introductory, High School (9-12) Earth System Topics: Human Dimensions:Natural Hazards Theme: Teach the Earth:Teaching Environments:Intro Geoscience, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Environmental Science, Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Hazards
