April 1st, 2012 | RESEARCH
This article explores the roots of the citizen science movement. It uses several ongoing projects as examples, including the Audubon's Christmas Bird Count, research into bee colony collapse, and nanotechnology programs. The article concludes by providing guidance for the development of future citizen science projects, focusing on an increased dialogue between traditional and informal science education.
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Michael Mueller, Author, University of GeorgiaDeborah Tippins, Author, University of Georgia
Lynn Bryan, Author, Purdue University
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Identifier Type: ISSN
Identifier: 1085-3545
Publication: Democracy & Education
Volume: 20
Number: 1
Page(s): 1
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Audience: Educators | Teachers | General Public | Museum | ISE Professionals | Scientists
Discipline: Ecology | forestry | agriculture | Education and learning science | Life science | Physics | Technology
Resource Type: Peer-reviewed article | Research Products
Environment Type: Citizen Science Programs | Public Programs