Education and Outreach2012- 2017

Carmen, Catie and Jess have crafted the following education mission statement:

“Kachemak Bay Research Reserve education programs

are designed to engage students and the public in

hands-on learning opportunities that promote appreciation of the coastal

environment; support understanding of coastal

ecosystems and their dynamics; and foster

stewardship.”

Resources Activities Outputs Short-term Outcomes Mid-term Outcomes Long-term Outcomes

Staff

Partners

Funding

Facilities

Volunteers

Interns

Research-based data & delivery

Community support

Technology

Coordinate special events, brown bags, lectures

S3 - Increase teacher awareness of lessons & opportunities

Evaluate effectiveness of Ed efforts

Outreach Ed opportunities

Develop & deliver educational programs & events

S1 – Program participants possess the science-based knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions

Produce quarterly newsletter

Programs and services

Grant writing and reporting

S2 – Students ask scientific questions

S4 – Increase public trust in scientific process, data, and KBRR identity

S5 – KBRR invited to be a local partner for more/different efforts

S7 – Community is aware of KBRR science efforts & programs

M1 – Individual & community practices are more sustainable (community engaged in sustainability)

M2 – Individuals & community utilize and support science-based and sustainable coastal decision-making

M4 – Kids engage and connect w/ nature thru free play & monitoring

M5 – Increased KBRR staff participation in Ed delivery & planning

M6 – Increased confidence in science delivery of teachers more outdoor classroom activities

L1 – Kenai Peninsula watershed ecosystems are protected and maintained

L2 – Human impacts to Kachemak Bay ecosystem biodiversity are minimized

L3 – Local community is empowered to engage in environmental issues & discourse

LEARNING ACTION CONDITIONS

M3 – Individuals are more observant of surrounding environment

S6 – Increased public engagement in coastal science issues/ civic participation

S6 – Increased numbers of volunteers, interns, and new & repeat DL attendees

Scientific Illustration

Kids in Nature leadership and event coordination

KBEEA & NERR involvement

maintain volunteer pool

2 summer interns each year

Receive ongoing grant support

EducationLogic

Model

2012 – 2017 KBRR Management Plan

Goal 3: Foster stewardship and inform coastal

management through research and public education.

Objective A. Communicate and promote understanding of how coastal Ecosystems function and their connection to society.

→ Offer Public and K-12 Discovery Labs that focus on coastal ecology and specific KBNERR research projects:

-Science Collaborative/climate science research-Salmon in the Hills-SWMP data

→Provide professional teacher development opportunities that draw from results of MA/NA and focus on coastal ecology and KBRR research projects:

-Sea of Change climate science teacher workshop in 2013-Address STEM learning objectives

Objective B: Promote informed decision-making on coastal resource issues through informed exchange and outreach.

→Offer K-12 programs that foster critical thinking skills through inquiry-based education that gets kids outside!

-May Discovery Lab “Growing Naturalists”

→Incorporate hands-on field learning opportunities.-Science Collaborative field dates August 11th and 18th

→Offer relevant brown bag and evening lectures.- Charles Wohlforth on April 2nd and 3rd

Objective C: Expand collaborations with community, statewide, and national partners.

→Provide mentorship and community volunteer opportunities

-European green crab monitoring-Harmful algal bloom sampling

→Offer for-credit teacher workshops through KBC

→Work collaboratively with KBEEA and NERRS

Objective D: Foster stewardship by creating opportunities for children and families to connect with the coastal environment.

→Host family-friendly events in outdoor locations-3rd Annual Mud Games in May!

→Encourage participation in citizen monitoring

→Provide mentorship opportunities -Student volunteers at our Discovery Labs

→Collaborate in No Child Left Inside initiative at local, state and federal level

KBRR Goal 4:Increase KBRR’s recognition as a leader in

coastal research and education locally, regionally, and nationally.

Objective A: Increase stakeholder and public awareness of and involvement in our mission and goals

→Work with the Community Council to identify how They would like to participate in Reserve activities.

→Produce a quarterly newsletter-Look for your next newsletter in April!

→Submit articles and events to local and regional papers

Priorities to Teach to:

-Outreach KBRR research includingfish and fishing, invasive species, SWMP data,glacial retreat, coastal uplift, and sea level rise.

-Include information about climate change while helping students envision a better future.

-Include inquiry-base learning where students formulate questions and participate in data collection and analysis.

-Draw upon staff passions.

-Make it fun and engaging!

Questions?