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Summer Science in New England: Ocean Education through Informal Science Centers

October 1, 2009 - October 31, 2010 | Public Programs
The Summer Science in New England project has established a regional network of summer camp programs grounded in ocean science. In year one, six institutions - New England Aquarium, Northeastern University's Marine Science Center, University of Rhode Island's Alton Jones Camp, the University of Connecticut's Project Oceanology, the Seacoast Science Center in NH, and the Marine Environmental Research Institute in Maine - work alongside research scientists to engage campers, ages 14 and up, in near-shore biodiversity monitoring. In years two and three, the number of partners increases to 10, then 12. The project provides a citizen science experience across a wide geographical area, supports and trains informal science center staff to incorporate citizen science while using environmental literacy principles with teens, and offers opportunities for all participants to share findings with peers at annual forums.

Funders

NOAA
Funding Program: 2009 - Ocean Education Grants for AZA Aquariums
Award Number: NA09SEC4690039
Funding Amount: $342,232

TEAM MEMBERS

  • 2013 06 05 Guthrie   Billy
    Principal Investigator
    New England Aquarium
  • Discipline: General STEM
    Audience: Youth/Teen (up to 17) | Museum/ISE Professionals | Scientists
    Environment Type: Public Programs | Summer and Extended Camps | Citizen Science Programs | Aquarium and Zoo Programs

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