'Citizen Science' Can Support Both Learning and Research Goals, Says New Report

Scientific research that involves nonscientists contributing to research processes– also known as‘citizen science’– supports participants’ learning, engages the public in science, contributes to community scientific literacy, and can serve as a valuable tool to facilitate larger scale research, says a new report from the National Academies. If one of the goals of a citizen science project is to advance learning, designers should plan for it by defining intended learning outcomes and using evidence-based strategies to reach those outcomes. Read More
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