education and outreach 2012- 2017
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Education and Outreach 2012- 2017. Carmen, Catie and Jess have crafted the following education mission statement:. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Education and Outreach2012- 2017
Carmen, Catie and Jess have crafted the following education mission statement:
“Kachemak Bay Research Reserve education programs
are designed to engage students and the public in
hands-on learning opportunities that promote appreciation of the coastal
environment; support understanding of coastal
ecosystems and their dynamics; and foster
stewardship.”
Resources Activities Outputs Short-term Outcomes Mid-term Outcomes Long-term Outcomes
Staff
Partners
Funding
Facilities
Volunteers
Interns
Research-based data & delivery
Community support
Technology
Coordinate special events, brown bags, lectures
S3 - Increase teacher awareness of lessons & opportunities
Evaluate effectiveness of Ed efforts
Outreach Ed opportunities
Develop & deliver educational programs & events
S1 – Program participants possess the science-based knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions
Produce quarterly newsletter
Programs and services
Grant writing and reporting
S2 – Students ask scientific questions
S4 – Increase public trust in scientific process, data, and KBRR identity
S5 – KBRR invited to be a local partner for more/different efforts
S7 – Community is aware of KBRR science efforts & programs
M1 – Individual & community practices are more sustainable (community engaged in sustainability)
M2 – Individuals & community utilize and support science-based and sustainable coastal decision-making
M4 – Kids engage and connect w/ nature thru free play & monitoring
M5 – Increased KBRR staff participation in Ed delivery & planning
M6 – Increased confidence in science delivery of teachers more outdoor classroom activities
L1 – Kenai Peninsula watershed ecosystems are protected and maintained
L2 – Human impacts to Kachemak Bay ecosystem biodiversity are minimized
L3 – Local community is empowered to engage in environmental issues & discourse
LEARNING ACTION CONDITIONS
M3 – Individuals are more observant of surrounding environment
S6 – Increased public engagement in coastal science issues/ civic participation
S6 – Increased numbers of volunteers, interns, and new & repeat DL attendees
Scientific Illustration
Kids in Nature leadership and event coordination
KBEEA & NERR involvement
maintain volunteer pool
2 summer interns each year
Receive ongoing grant support
EducationLogic
Model
2012 – 2017 KBRR Management Plan
Goal 3: Foster stewardship and inform coastal
management through research and public education.
Objective A. Communicate and promote understanding of how coastal Ecosystems function and their connection to society.→ Offer Public and K-12 Discovery Labs that focus on coastal ecology and specific KBNERR research projects:
-Science Collaborative/climate science research-Salmon in the Hills-SWMP data
→Provide professional teacher development opportunities that draw from results of MA/NA and focus on coastal ecology and KBRR research projects:
-Sea of Change climate science teacher workshop in 2013-Address STEM learning objectives
Objective B: Promote informed decision-making on coastal resource issues through informed exchange and outreach.
→Offer K-12 programs that foster critical thinking skills through inquiry-based education that gets kids outside!
-May Discovery Lab “Growing Naturalists”
→Incorporate hands-on field learning opportunities.-Science Collaborative field dates August 11th and 18th
→Offer relevant brown bag and evening lectures.- Charles Wohlforth on April 2nd and 3rd
Objective C: Expand collaborations with community, statewide, and national partners.
→Provide mentorship and community volunteer opportunities
-European green crab monitoring-Harmful algal bloom sampling
→Offer for-credit teacher workshops through KBC
→Work collaboratively with KBEEA and NERRS
Objective D: Foster stewardship by creating opportunities for children and families to connect with the coastal environment.
→Host family-friendly events in outdoor locations-3rd Annual Mud Games in May!
→Encourage participation in citizen monitoring
→Provide mentorship opportunities -Student volunteers at our Discovery Labs
→Collaborate in No Child Left Inside initiative at local, state and federal level
KBRR Goal 4:Increase KBRR’s recognition as a leader in
coastal research and education locally, regionally, and nationally.
Objective A: Increase stakeholder and public awareness of and involvement in our mission and goals
→Work with the Community Council to identify how They would like to participate in Reserve activities.
→Produce a quarterly newsletter-Look for your next newsletter in April!
→Submit articles and events to local and regional papers
Priorities to Teach to:-Outreach KBRR research including
fish and fishing, invasive species, SWMP data,glacial retreat, coastal uplift, and sea level rise.
-Include information about climate change while helping students envision a better future.
-Include inquiry-base learning where students formulate questions and participate in data collection and analysis.-Draw upon staff passions.-Make it fun and engaging!
Questions?