Project Name:
Students Discover: Prehistoric Forensics & Dinosaur Evolution
Using research on dinosaur taphonomy, Ms. Thomas will partner with Dr. Terry Gates & Dr. Lindsay Zanno, NC State and NC Museum of Natural Sciences to help co-create, implement and refine modules aligned with the NC Middle School curriculum standards.
She is also working with researchers and educators from the NC Museum of Natural Sciences and the NC Science House to implement professional development designed to help other teachers learn to engage their students in citizen science projects.
From School:
Exploris Middle School
Region:
Wake County Public School System
Mentors:
Dr. Terry Gates & Dr. Lindsay Zanno, NC State and NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Sponsor:
National Science Foundation Math Science Parternship Grant