Using Network Science for Engagement
LoriAnne Barnett, Education Coordinator, [email protected]
A NATIONAL NETWORK OF INTEGRATED PHENOLOGICAL
OBSERVATIONS ACROSS SPACE AND TIME.
Primary goal• Observe phenological events• Understand how plants, animals &
landscapes respond to climate change. • Create a standardized dataset for use in
multiple types of research.
Mission• Make phenology data, models and
related information available to scientists, resource managers and the public.
• Encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to observe and record phenology.
USA National Phenology Network
A Multi-taxa, National-scale • Plant and animal phenology
observation program• Professional & Citizen science• Core protocols for research
Nature’s Notebookis for scientists, naturalists, volunteers, land managers,
park rangers, and YOU!
USA National Phenology Network
654 plant species and 243 animal species = ~900 total2572 observers reporting (8094 total) making ~350,000 observations1
1As of 7-31-13
Problem or Challenge
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How do we teach science and climate literacy in a way people can understand, relate to, and self-select to continue to participate on their own…
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Response
Site-based Engagement
Response
Create a local science question
Structure Meaningful Passion Personal curiosity
Response
Positive Results
2012
2013
“Surprised at how much more I paid attention to plants in my garden.”
n=22
n=27
Pima County Master Gardener Program
Conclusion
SuggestionsKnow your
audienceDevise meaningBig-picture Learn interpretive
skills1
Communicate understandable science
Early career scientist tips
1Tilden, F. (1957). Interpreting our heritage.
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QUESTIONS? [email protected]@loriannebarnett