Citizen Science - A Community of Citizen Scientists

In this lesson, students will work in groups to identify a local plant or animal species, then brainstorm an idea to develop a project that aims to engage the community in researching and taking action for this species through citizen science. Next, they collaboratively plan their project and execute this plan. Finally, students are asked to reflect upon the success of their project and their role in creating and executing the project.

This can be completed as a standalone lesson, however, if you have completed any of the previous citizen science lessons, students will have the opportunity to synthesise what they have already learned when developing their plan to engage their community.