Authentic science with citizen science and student‐driven science fair projects

UbiqUitoUs sUstainability: Citizen sCienCe & aCtivism Ubiquitous Sustainability: Citizen Science & Activism

In this workshop we propose to explore new approaches to bring about real environmental change by looking at the success of empowering technologies that enable grassroots activism and bottom up community participation. Ubiquitous computing is transforming from being mostly about professional communication and social interaction to a sensor rich personal measurement platform that can empower ind...

The Use of Online Citizen-Science Projects to Provide Experiential Learning Opportunities for Nonmajor Science Students.

Conceptual Frameworks for Building Online Citizen Science Projects

In recent years, citizen science has grown in popularity due to a number of reasons, including the emphasis on informal learning and creativity potential associated with these initiatives. Citizen science projects address research questions from various domains, ranging from Ecology to Astronomy. Due to the advancement of communication technologies, which makes outreach and engagement of wider ...

Citizen Science Initiatives: Engaging the Public and Demystifying Science

The Internet and smart phone technologies have opened up new avenues for collaboration among scientists around the world. These technologies have also expanded citizen science opportunities and public participation in scientific research (PPSR). Here we discuss citizen science, what it is, who does it, and the variety of projects and methods used to increase scientific knowledge and scientific ...

Science Fair Resources

236 Editor’s Choice SB&F (Science Books & Films) Your Guide to Science Resources for All Ages is written for librarians, media specialists, curriculum supervisors, science teachers, and others responsible for recommending or purchasing science materials. SB&F provides critical reviews of the scientific accuracy and presentation of print, audiovisual, and electronic resources intended for use in...