The Educational Function Of Satellite Imagery

Shi-Ming Lu
Editor-in-Chief,
The Earth Geographic Publishing Co., Ltd.
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Abstract
Over the past decade, the world has seen a very rapid development in satellite imaging technology and its applications. Satellite imagery has also become an increasing important tool for education, especially in geography related fields. Taiwan is no exception in this regard. This paper will present a general picture of the recent development of satellite imagery being used as a tool for education in Taiwan. The paper will comprise the following major parts: 1. How to read a satellite image, 2.Various presentation forms of satellite images, 3. Satellite image exhibitions, 4.Mobil cargo exhibition of satellite images, 5.Satellite image in weather news broadcasting, 6. Satellite image in publications.