The Rightful Place of Science: Citizen Science
Edited by Eric B. Kennedy and Darlene Cavalier
This volume in The Rightful Place of Science series explores citizen science, the movement to reshape the relationship between science and the public. By not only participating in scientific projects but actively helping to decide what research questions are asked and how that research is conducted, ordinary citizens are transforming how science benefits society.
Through vivid chapters that describe the history and theory of citizen science, detailed examples of brilliant citizen science projects, and a look at the movement's future, "The Rightful Place of Science: Citizen Science" is the ideal guide for anyone interested in one of the most important trends in scientific practice.
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Darlene Cavalier is a professor of practice at Arizona State University's Center for Engagement and Training, part of the School for the Future of Innovation in Society. Professor Cavalier is the founder of SciStarter, founder of Science Cheerleader and cofounder of ECAST.
Eric B. Kennedy is a doctoral student in human and social dimensions of science and technology at Arizona State University.
Praise for this book
Do you look at the world around you and try to figure out what's going on? Do you like to think? You can do citizen science. Start with this book.
Bill Nye The Science Guy
