Title: Define geocoding and reverse-geocoding.
Course: Geospatial Technology I (21058-I) > Section: Manipulating GIS Data

Definition should explain

- geocoding—a GIS operation for converting street address into spatial data that can be displayed as features on a map
- reverse-geocoding—a GIS operation for converting a location with geographical coordinates into a human-readable address or place name.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why and when is geocoding used? Why and when is reverse geocoding used?
- What are some examples of geocoding?
- What ethical and legal issues should be considered before geocoding?