The Ins & Outs of Developing a Field-Based Science Project: Learning by Lassoing Lizards
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Catherine E. Matthews, Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: We describe a field-based lizard project we did with high school students as a part of our summer Herpetological Research Experiences. We describe data collection on lizards captured, identified, and marked as a part of our mark–recapture study. We also describe other lizard projects that are ongoing in the United States and provide resources for teachers to help them start their own field-based science projects. Our work with lizards focuses on fieldwork but also includes classroom components with captive-bred and wild-captured animals. Information on organizations that focus on lizards is provided, including several citizen science opportunities.
The Ins & Outs of Developing a Field-Based Science Project: Learning by Lassoing Lizards
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Additional Information
- Publication
- The American Biology Teacher
- Language: English
- Date: 2014
- Keywords
- Ecology, fieldwork, lizards, reptiles, herpetology