Citizen science programs across the country invite the public to participate in scientific research. Through these experiences, participants have an opportunity to observe nature, which naturally leads to asking questions about the natural world. A new project in Minnesota is training leaders of youth groups to use citizen science experiences to stimulate curiosity and inspire motivation to design and carry out scientific research projects. This unique program model fosters authentic inquiry in youth age 10-14 outside the traditional school setting such as 4-H clubs, scout groups,or community youth programs. This poster will be presented at the 2014 AISL PI Meeting.
Associated Projects
TEAM MEMBERS
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Contributor
Amy RB Rager
Contributor
The University of Minnesota
Andrea Lorek Strauss
Co-Principal Investigator
University of Minnesota
Karen Oberhauser
Principal Investigator
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Robert Blair
Co-Principal Investigator
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Pam Larson Nippolt
Co-Principal Investigator
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Nathan Meyer
Co-Principal Investigator
The University of Minnesota
Kim Kies
Evaluator
Garibay Group
Citation
Funders
NSF
Funding Program:
ISE/AISL
Award Number:
0917450
Funding Amount:
1228587.00
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