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Smith, Michael Chadwick – ProQuest LLC, 2015
This dissertation investigated citizen science, a tool that connects the public to the scientific community through research-based projects and education campaigns. Benefits include volunteers adding data to long-term data sets and improved scientific literacy among the public. Oftentimes, there is trepidation among scientists, managers, and…
Descriptors: Science Education, Citizen Participation, Volunteer Training, Water Quality
Murphy-Pope, Allison – ProQuest LLC, 2013
The ultimate purpose of school lies in the success and achievement of its students. Therefore, efforts must be made to continuously improve achievement for every student. What the teacher knows and can do in the classroom is the most powerful factor in increasing a student's achievement (Cunningham & Allington, 2003; Darling-Hammond, 2000;…
Descriptors: Teacher Education, Metropolitan Areas, School Districts, Academic Achievement