Citizen Health Science: A Tool for Teaching, Learning, and Contributing

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Citizen science is a form of research in which members of the public collaborate with professional scientists in the scientific research process. Although many well-known citizen science projects relate to ecology, exciting projects are also ongoing in health sciences fields, leading to tangible improvements in the understanding of various conditions. Incorporation of citizen science participation into class instruction can be an effective way to increase student engagement and encourage contribution to scientific research. This class will provide strategies and recommendations for bringing citizen science into the health sciences classroom and discuss resources and support available from HSLS and elsewhere.

Upon completing this class, you should be able to:
  • Define participatory/citizen science and give two examples of ongoing health-related citizen science projects.
  • Describe one benefit of citizen science for participants, researchers, educators, and the general public.
  • Augment classroom instruction with a citizen science project.
  • Access assistance and resources from HSLS and elsewhere to support citizen science in the classroom.
Level
Novice
Recording status
This class will not be recorded.
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