Zooniverse
Definition
Zooniverse is an online platform that allows people to contribute to scientific research by participating in crowdsourced projects. Users can help analyze data, classify images, or transcribe documents to assist researchers in various fields.
Related terms
Citizen Science: Citizen science refers to the involvement of everyday people in scientific research, just like how Zooniverse allows individuals to contribute their time and effort.
Crowdsourcing: Crowdsourcing is the practice of obtaining ideas, services, or contributions from a large group of people, similar to how Zooniverse relies on the collective efforts of its users.
Data Analysis: Data analysis involves examining and interpreting information gathered from experiments or observations, which is one way users can contribute on Zooniverse by analyzing data.
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AP Computer Science Principles - 5.4 Crowdsourcing
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