ABSTRACT
This introduction presents an overview of the key concepts discussed in the subsequent chapters of this book. The book presents the necessary theory and principles for conducting a quantitative accuracy assessment along with the practical considerations of how to effectively and efficiently design and implement such an assessment. It deals with a review of the history and basic assumptions of map making and accuracy assessment. The book provides the reader with frameworks for planning out accuracy assessments. It provides the reader in getting started on making an effective plan by identifying the components of the assessment necessary for their project. The book also provides some of the basic methods and considerations for thematic map accuracy assessment, including the introduction of the error matrix and a thorough review of sample design considerations. It details thematic accuracy assessment analysis, which is much more complex than positional accuracy assessment analysis
