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You can be a Scientist

This guide outlines the process of conducting independent research in ecology, from formulating a scientific question to presenting findings at a conference. It covers the essentials of scientific inquiry, including how to design methods, collect accurate data, analyze results, and communicate research effectively. Emphasizing the importance of feedback and collaboration, this resource encourages budding scientists to engage in hands-on ecological research within a limited timeframe, using available materials and skills to make meaningful contributions to the field.

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You can be a Scientist

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  1. You can be a Scientist Doing independent research in ecology

  2. Thought Swap • What is science? • What makes a question scientific? • Briefly describe an example of scientific research you did in the past? • What are the biggest challenges in doing scientific research?

  3. Our Goals • Formulate an interesting, testable question in ecology • Design methods to test that question • Collect accurate data • Analyze your data to come up with a result • Present your work at a conference at Bodega Marine Laboratory

  4. Part 1: The Question • Make observations and note patterns • Formulate a question and hypothesis • Hypothesis: an educated guess based on logic or prior evidence • Present your question and hypothesis to your peers for feedback

  5. Part 2: The Methods • Must be able to answer your question • Must be analyzable • Must be feasible in a limited amount of time (2 weeks) • Must use materials we have or can buy cheaply

  6. Part 3: The Data Collection • You will have about 2 weeks • You will want to be as accurate as possible • You will have some class time to collect data • You may have to or want to work on your project outside of class

  7. Part 4: Analyzing Your Data • Input your data • Analyze using your Excel skills • Produce figures that tell a story about your results

  8. Part 5: Presenting Your Data • Complete a journal article on your research as individuals • Create a group presentation of your research • Present your research at a conference of Tomales and other high schools at the Bodega Marine Laboratory

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