Become a Citizen Scientist with iNaturalist
In this one time introductory class, your learner will become familiar with the iNaturalist app - an amazing citizen science tool that will allow your learner to get to know their non-human neighbors and contribute biodiversity data.
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
This course aims to introduce learners to the iNaturalist app. iNaturalist is a citizen science app that focuses on identifying living organisms and sharing research grade biodiversity data with scientists. They will also be able to join and share their observations to the Outschool Biodiversity Project and continue to receive identification help after the class. The class will be separated into the following short segments: - what is iNaturalist and how do your observations contribute to science; - setting up your account; - how to safely take good pictures for identification; - how to use the app; and - how to join the Outschool Biodiversity project. After this class, your learner will be able to independently develop their knowledge of the living things around them.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how their observations can contribute to science.Students will be able to take pictures to allow for identification to the species level.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Close-up images of insects, spiders, and other living things will be shown. Please let me know if your learner suffers from arachnophobia and I will avoid spiders as a topic.
Supply List
- Camera, smartphone, or tablet - iNaturalist app - email address
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined February, 2022
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have a Master's in Biology and 2+ Decades of Education Experiences. You can read more about me in my bio. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
2-12 learners per class
