Inquiring About the Environment: A Service Learning Project

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Author:

Charlene M. Waggoner, Christopher Tracy, Kimberly Keller

Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution Name:

Bowling Green State University

Collection:

Association for Biology Laboratory Education (ABLE)

Grade Level:

Post-secondary

Abstract:

This project combines extended inquiry w/service learning. Students learn about environmental sampling, soil and water in particular, by investigating a site within the community. Data collected by the students provides useful information to the community partner to aid in the development of the site for community gardens.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Activities and Labs, Lesson Plans

Media Format:

Downloadable docs

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