Project Activities
During Phase I, Algae Research and Supply will design and prototype the algae bioprospecting kit, including lab consumables, agar plates for environmental testing, nutrient media, a bench algae light and incubator, and inquiry-based curriculum materials. The team will partner with middle and high school educators to conduct pilot testing in diverse classrooms, focusing on usability, feasibility, and learning outcomes. Activities will include aligning curriculum with pedagogical standards, developing lesson plans and teacher supports, and refining experimental design frameworks. Data collection will consist of surveys, interviews, pre/post student assessments, and classroom observations. Feedback will inform revisions to ensure the prototype is effective, ADA-compliant, and engaging. At the end of Phase I, the project will deliver a classroom-ready prototype supported by pilot evidence, laying the foundation for Phase II development of a citizen science database and a national dissemination strategy.
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