Welcome and Introduction to the training modules
The training modules within this topic area begin with an introductory session led by the instructor or facilitator. During this introduction, the instructor provides an overview of the content and outlines the expected learning outcomes for learners. Additionally, the session includes a teaser or story related to citizen science, designed to engage and captivate the learners’ interest in the subject matter (see the next page Case Study: Eyewire).
Session description:|
What? |
How? |
Why? |
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Introduction from the course tutor |
A one-minute presentation, introducing the course to the learner. Introduction of who made the course, and what is covered in it. |
Welcome the student, and provide assurance about the credibility of the course |
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Course overview |
Overview of the course structure and learning objectives, explaining the elements that will appear in each module and section |
Familiarity with the structure of the course and the reason to engage in it |
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What citizen science may accomplish |
Provide an example of a citizen science research project with real benefits for researchers and learners using this list of Case Studies | CitizenScience.gov (maybe examples from different disciplines so that the learners can choose) |
Make the course interesting and worth exploring |