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Citizen Science Ecosystem Explorers
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Citizen Science Ecosystem Explorers
🔬 Part 1: Understanding Citizen Science
1. What is citizen science?
Science conducted only by professional scientists
Scientific research conducted by members of the general public
Science experiments done in laboratories
Research that only happens in universities
2. Which of these are benefits of citizen science? (Select all that apply)
Increases public engagement with science
Provides large amounts of data
Only benefits professional scientists
Helps monitor environmental changes
Educates communities about local ecosystems
3. What does the Māori concept of kaitiakitanga mean?
Scientific research methods
Guardianship and protection of natural resources
Data collection techniques
University education programmes
4. Complete this sentence: Citizen science projects in New Zealand often focus on monitoring _____________ and protecting _____________ species.
Citizen science projects in New Zealand often focus on monitoring _____________ and protecting _____________ species.
🌿 Part 2: New Zealand Citizen Science Projects
5. Name two examples of New Zealand citizen science projects and briefly describe what they involve.
6. How does citizen science help scientists understand ecosystem changes over time?
7. Explain how kaitiakitanga connects to modern citizen science practices in New Zealand.
🤝 Part 3: Group Activity & Reflection
8. Group Discussion: With your group, brainstorm a citizen science project that could help monitor your local ecosystem. Describe your project idea below:
9. What skills or tools would volunteers need for your proposed citizen science project?
10. Reflection: How could participating in citizen science change the way you think about your local environment?
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