The Step Change navigator in citizen science draws upon the experience of the Step Change project, aiming to generalise and upscale its learnings for the benefit of other citizen science practitioners embarking on their own journeys.
Utilize existing resources Many existing citizen science projects have tools and tutorials for preparing and training volunteers, and some have resources for teachers. Make sure...
While participating in an existing citizen science project may seem straightforward, having a clear vision of how citizen science fits into the larger science inquiry...
Integrating citizen science into the formal classroom presents both an opportunity and a challenge. Outside of school, citizen science is an interest-driven experience, fueled by...
Observing All scientific progress begins with observation. Citizen science offers students the chance to recognize the importance of looking closely, slowing down to notice details,...
Anyone, anywhere can be a scientist Citizen science democratizes the scientific research process by lowering the barriers to entry and raising the impact of civic...
What it Takes – Purpose, Use and Dedication When planning a project that incorporates an app, we have realised the importance of considering its necessity...
The Survey Mindset: Surveys and Questionnaires Surveys and questionnaires are an effective way to explore the opinions of a wider group of young people about...