Using Network Science for Engagement

1. LoriAnne Barnett, Education Coordinator, USA-NPN lorianne@usanpn.org Using Network Science for Engagement

2. USA National Phenology Network Primary goal Observe phenological events Understand how plants, animals & landscapes respond to climate change. Create a standardized dataset for use in multiple types of research. Mission Make phenology data, models and related information available to scientists, resource managers and the public. Encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to observe and record phenology. A national network of integrated phenological observations across space and time.

3. A Multi-taxa, National-scale Plant and animal phenology observation program Professional & Citizen science Core protocols for research Nature’s Notebook is for scientists, naturalists, volunteers, land managers, park rangers, and YOU!

4. USA National Phenology Network 654 plant species and 243 animal species = ~900 total 2572 observers reporting (8094 total) making ~350,000 observations1 1As of 7-31-13

5. Problem or Challenge How do we teach science and climate literacy in a way people can understand, relate to, and self-select to continue to participate on their own… From a national perspective? Photo credit: E. Alderson Photo credit: L. Barnett Photo credit: P. Warren Photo credit: P. Warren

6. Response Site-based Engagement

7. Response Create a localscience question • Structure • Meaningful • Passion • Personal curiosity

8. Response Positive Results 2012 n=22 2013 n=27 Pima County Master Gardener Program “Surprised at how much more I paid attention to plants in my garden.”

9. Conclusion Early career scientist tips • Suggestions • Know your audience • Devise meaning • Big-picture • Learn interpretive skills1 • Communicate understandable science Photo credit: P. Warren 1Tilden, F. (1957). Interpreting our heritage.

10. lorianne@usanpn.org @loriannebarnett QUESTIONS? Photo credit: L. Barnett