Hello Middle Schoolers,
This summer we want you to be a scientist! Not just any scientist, but one that is going to make a big difference. That’s right, as an everyday middle schooler, you can contribute to important scientific studies that are being conducted around the world. We call this “citizen-science”. It isn’t going to be super-easy, but it will be a lot of fun. Besides, you will be sure to learn a thing or two while you do it. First things first, you need to know what a citizen-scientist really is and how this whole concept works. Start by reading this great article on scifinder: https://scistarter.com/citizenscience.html Next, you need to find a project that interests you. There are a ton of amazing resources available for you to find a project that you find interesting. We suggest you start here: https://scistarter.com/finder Using the toolbar on the left side of the page, you can enter subjects that interest you and a list of citizen science projects will come up. Have a particular interest in space? Check out the projects being run by NASA: https://science.nasa.gov/citizenscientists Interested in nature and want to collaborate with local scientists? Check out National Geographic’s suggested projects: https://www.nationalgeographic.org/idea/citizen-science-projects/ Want to do your citizen science on the go? Check out these apps: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/8-apps-that-turn-citizens-into-scientists/ Once you’ve found a project you are interested in, your job is to participate in the data collection and data analysis process. This could take anywhere from 2 weeks to the entire summer. Make sure you give yourself enough time, this is not a project you can complete in an afternoon! Finally, you need to summarize what you’ve done. For your presentation, you will need to include:
Have a great time and help scientists around the world with their research. We can’t wait to learn about your project… Mrs. Cronin Mr. Deeble Ms. Osten Ms. Adams-Barrientos
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