Foundations of Citizen Science + Libraries as Community Hubs for Citizen Science

What is citizen science? How can I get involved? This 2 hour, on-demand, online class from NNLM and SciStarter.org introduces citizen science for librarians, staff, and community-based organization leaders and includes clear, specific instructions and case studies on how a small, midsize, or large library or organization can bring citizen science activities and programs to their community. This tutorial is available in English and Spanish through scistarter.org. 

Objectives

Attendees will be able to:

  1. Recognize the importance of your involvement in scientific research to address real-world problems scientists cannot solve without you.
  2. Complete Citizen Science projects using critical science skills, such as making and testing hypotheses; gathering, analyzing and interpreting data; making and sharing observations; and developing and communicating evidence-based arguments.
  3. Apply strategies for introducing citizen science to your communities and promoting sharing of health information and resources.
  4. Apply strategies for broadening and deepening your awareness, interest and engagement with citizen science.
  5. Apply strategies for engaging and supporting other people in citizen science activities that address societal needs through libraries/sites.
Class Length

2 hours

Class Owner(s)

Contact the NNLM Training Office for more information.

Instructor(s)

Contact the NNLM Training Office for more information.

Continuing Education

This class qualifies for Medical Library Association (MLA) Consumer Health Information Specialization (CHIS) Level 1.

This class has been approved for Medical Library Association (MLA) continuing education credits.

CHIS Competencies

2. Know the Health Consumer

5. Communication, Reference, and Instruction

Classes

Event Title Event Start Date Summary Continuing Education Credits CE Categories Is Online Registration

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Event Title Event Start Date Summary Continuing Education Credits CE Categories Is Online Registration

No classes.