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A review of assessing the accuracy of classifications of remotely sensed data

Remote Sensing of EnvironmentPublished 1 July 1991
Russell G. Congalton
Citations7,490
SJR quartileQ1
SJR score3.97
SNIP3.28

TL;DR

This paper reviews the necessary considerations and available techniques for assessing the accuracy of remotely sensed data including the classification system, the sampling scheme, the sample size, spatial autocorrelation, and the assessment techniques.

Abstract

This paper reviews the necessary considerations and available techniques for assessing the accuracy of remotely sensed data. Included in this review are the classification system, the sampling scheme, the sample size, spatial autocorrelation, and the assessment techniques. All analysis is based on the use of an error matrix or contingency table. Example matrices and results of the analysis are presented. Future trends including the need for assessment of other spatial data are also discussed.

Keywords

MathematicsEnvironmental Science