Citizen Science
Citizen Science is public participation in scientific research. Citizen science projects engage volunteers as partners with scientists to answer real-world questions. Data generated by citizens is then used by scientists to extend their work.
Background
Citizen Science
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/citizen-science/
What is Citizen Science?
https://scistarter.com/citizenscience.html
Lessons and Resources
Citizen Scientists: Be a Part of Scientific Discovery from Your Own Backyard
http://sciencenetlinks.com/lessons/citizen-scientists-be-part-scientific-discovery-your-own-backyard/
Choose Your Own Citizen Science Project
https://www.calacademy.org/educators/lesson-plans/choose-your-own-citizen-science-project
Citizen Science
http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/citizen-science/
Project Ideas
Citizen Science Projects
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/idea/citizen-science-projects/