This programme is for the following year groups: Years 4–6, Years 7–8

Learn the basics of ecology and citizen-science practices by assisting our scientists to document biodiversity in Auckland Domain.

Using tools such as iNaturalist, identify important native species wherever you are and create citizen-science projects in your own backyard.

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Learning Outcomes
Learners will:

· Demonstrate how to observe species within given environments

· Understand how using digital tools can complement eco-literacy learning

· Make comparisons with their own local environment

· Be encouraged to use scientific thinking

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Image details: Tui, Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae, LB15214, © Auckland Museum CC BY

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