Shein, Karsten, Loder, Jennifer, Bourne, David G., and Galvis, Nohora (2016) Citizen Science: the next big leap. In: Proceedings of the 13th International Coral Reef Symposium. pp. 590-598. From: 13th International Coral Reef Symposium, 19-24 June 2016, Honolulu, HI, USA.

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Abstract

A scientific session and public Town Hall was convened at the 13th International Coral Reef Symposium on the topic of the role of citizen science in coral reef protection and sustainability. Over 50 attendees discussed examples of successful citizen science activities and questions surrounding a broader adoption of citizen science in coral reef research and conservation. Establishing best practices, involving scientists in all steps of the program, and providing clear and continuous direction and communication were identified as some of the important considerations to enhancing the role of citizen science. This paper presents a synthesis of these discussions and their outcomes.

Item ID:	48129
Item Type:	Conference Item (Presentation)
Keywords:	citizen science; coral reefs; enhanced reef management; community engagement; data collection
Date Deposited:	27 Apr 2017 01:35
FoR Codes:	06 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES > 0605 Microbiology > 060504 Microbial Ecology @ 50% 06 BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES > 0605 Microbiology > 060503 Microbial Genetics @ 50%
SEO Codes:	96 ENVIRONMENT > 9608 Flora, Fauna and Biodiversity > 960808 Marine Flora, Fauna and Biodiversity @ 50% 96 ENVIRONMENT > 9603 Climate and Climate Change > 960305 Ecosystem Adaptation to Climate Change @ 50%
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