BIOL 125: Engaging in Citizen-Based Science

Course Description

This course culminates in planning, teaching and reflecting on environmental science literacy topics aligned with the Wisconsin Standards for Environmental Literacy and Sustainability. Students will fully develop citizen-based scientific inquiry projects on environmental topics of local importance. Content topics may include wetlands, forests, and grassland habitats; water quality, soil health, species identification, etc. Students learn principles of citizen-based science and develop lesson plans aligned with the Wisconsin Standards for Environmental Literacy and Sustainability. Field experiences will engage the learner in local citizen-based science projects either face-to-face or remotely. Cross-listed: BIOLOGY 125/EDU 125 Prerequisites: BIOLOGY 120 or EDU 120.