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Cronje, Ruth; Rohlinger, Spencer; Crall, Alycia; Newman, Greg – Applied Environmental Education and Communication, 2011
This study investigated the use of a contextually sensitive instrument to assess the effect of invasive species monitoring training on the scientific literacy of citizen volunteers. The authors measured scientific literacy scores before and after 57 citizens participated in a 2-day event to learn to monitor invasive species with an instrument…
Descriptors: Science Programs, Pretests Posttests, Scores, Scientific Literacy
Tynan, Timothy; Loew, Patty – American Indian Culture and Research Journal, 2010
Can storytelling--a revered teaching tradition in many Native American cultures--be used to generate enthusiasm for science and technology among indigenous children and address the achievement gap that exists between Indian and non-Indian children? The Tribal Youth Science Initiative (TYSI) is an innovative new media project for young people, ages…
Descriptors: Achievement Gap, Science Projects, American Indians, Scientific Principles

O'Neil, J. Peter – Science and Children, 1981
Describes Waunakee Community School's six-week Summer Science Program for students entering the seventh grade. Students are selected for this science enrichment program on the basis of interest, ability, and maturity. Program content includes wetlands, forests, prairies, and animals, concluding with a camping trip. (DS)
Descriptors: Biological Sciences, Enrichment Activities, Environmental Education, Grade 7