Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green State University is partnering with Perkins Local Schools and the Sandusky City Schools in Ohio to improve student performance in science through adoption of “citizen science research.” Key innovations are: (1) students and teachers in grades 3 through 8 participate in science research projects led by professional scientists in association with a variety of community and higher education partners; (2) teachers learn how to lead students in science research by participating in a rigorous three-year program of professional development as members of Professional Learning Communities; (3) teachers and students learn to lead through publication of their findings to their peers, to their local communities, and to the professional science community; and (4) teachers adopt efficient strategies for differentiating instruction to maximize learning for all students.
Horizon Research, Inc. serves as the external evaluator for the project.