Saunders, M.S, et al (2018). Citizen science in schools: Engaging students in research on urban habitat for pollinators.Austral Ecology: A journal of ecology in the Southern Hemisphere. 43, 635-642

Citizen science in schools: Engaging students in research on urban habitat for pollinators

elementary school children conducted real-world research guided by credited scientists and teachers who gave them fundamental techniques to improve their data collection process

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Citizen science is a critical approach for encouraging scientific enthusiasm in schools. To increase the likelihood of participation, the topics students engage with should align with their interests. Additionally, involving the entire class can help motivate students who initially have low scientific involvement.

Implementing Citizen Science in Schools

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through immersing the children. in the scientific method early on, children can begin to understand the fundamentals of conducting research well in advance. this can guide their future career path of interest and make them more well-rounded for any STEM field.

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