Citizen Science

Overview :

This course explores the principles and practices of citizen science, where members of the public participate in scientific research. It covers how to design, implement, and manage citizen science projects, emphasizing the role of public engagement in scientific inquiry.

Key Takeaways :

• Understanding of the principles and significance of citizen science
• Knowledge of designing and implementing effective citizen science projects
• Skills in data collection and management by citizen scientists
• Insights into engaging and communicating with the public in scientific research

Course Content :

• Introduction to Citizen Science: Definition, history, and examples of citizen science projects.
• Designing Citizen Science Projects: Planning, funding, and designing projects that involve public participation.
• Recruiting and Training Citizen Scientists: Strategies for engaging and training volunteers.
• Data Collection and Management: Tools and techniques for collecting and managing data from citizen scientists.
• Analysing and Sharing Citizen Science Data: Methods for analyzing data and sharing results with participants and the broader community.
• Case Studies of Successful Citizen Science Projects: Examples and lessons learned from existing projects.

Course Deliverables :

• Video lectures and reading materials
• Practical projects involving the design and implementation of citizen science activities
• Access to a citizen science community for networking and collaboration
• Certificate of completion