Citizen/Community Science

This training provides the definition of citizen/community science and explains different levels of engagement in citizen/community science. The relevance of citizen/community science for health research is also discussed.

Icon: learning outcomesBy the end of this training, learners should::

  • Be able to define citizen/community science,
  • Understand the significance of citizen/community science,
  • Understand the different levels of public participation in citizen/community science;
  • Know where to find learning resources and guidelines if they want to start citizen/community science projects
  • Be familiar with citizen science platforms

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  • Different ways of engaging citizens and communities  in scholarly research
  • Types of citizen/community science activities
  • Determining whether citizen/community science is an appropriate approach for a particular type of research
  • Advantages and risks associated with citizen/community science projects
  • Ethical considerations in citizen/community science
  • Citizen science platforms

 

Resources for facilitators and learners

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Icon: videoVideos, webinars, online tutorials