The recipient administered surveys to the Project Harvest participants and understands human research ethics. -- El destinatario administró encuestas a los participantes del Proyecto Harvest y comprende la ética de la investigación humana.
Human Subject Research is a systematic investigation involving human participants to acquire knowledge while maintaining ethical standards, informed consent, and participant safety.
Clinical Research Ethics encompass the ethical guidelines for research with human subjects, prioritizing their rights, safety, and welfare to uphold integrity and public trust.
Community research is the systematic study of particular communities or groups to discern their needs, issues, and prospects, guiding actions for community progress and involvement.
Attended promotora trainings, professional development meetings, and weekly calls. Received “Community Partner Research Ethics Training”certification to administer surveys to human subjects. -- Asistió a capacitaciones de promotoras, reuniones de desarrollo profesional y llamadas semanales. Recibió la certificación “Capacitación en ética de investigación de socios comunitarios” para administrar encuestas a sujetos humanos.
Project Harvest Public Health Communicator and Promoter
The recipient is involved in informal environmental health education. They have been trained in environmental health topics and attended yearly trainings on environmental health concerns such as pesticides, resource extraction, and climate change. They can communicate environmental data and health risks to community members of varying cultural and educational backgrounds, as well as various agencies and stakeholder groups.
Communication is the process of exchanging thoughts, data, and emotions via speech, writing, and non-verbal cues, promoting comprehension and productive cooperation.
Public Health Education signifies the instruction and dissemination of health awareness, behaviors, and attitudes within populations, utilizing impactful communication and educational strategies to avert illness and cultivate well-being.
Environmental Education involves imparting knowledge and skills to individuals about ecological processes and sustainability, with the goal of promoting awareness and protection of the natural environment.
Attended promotora trainings, professional development meetings, and weekly calls. Assisted with formative evaluation of data sharing methods. Communicated local knowledge to the Project Harvest research team. Attended Project Harvest data-sharing events and helped answer participant questions and provide feedback on the data-sharing methods. -- Asistió a capacitaciones de promotoras, reuniones de desarrollo profesional y llamadas semanales. Ayudó con la evaluación formativa de los métodos de intercambio de datos. Comunicó el conocimiento local al equipo de investigación del Proyecto Harvest. Asistió a los eventos de intercambio de datos de Project Harvest y ayudó a responder las preguntas de los participantes y proporcionar comentarios sobre los métodos de intercambio de datos.
The recipient was trained and then trained participants in their community on how to collect environmental samples. They have acted as a point of contact and a reference for participant questions, delivered sampling kits, and educated the participants on all steps involved in environmental monitoring. -- El receptor fue capacitó y luego capacitó a los participantes de su comunidad sobre cómo recolectar muestras ambientales. Actuó como punto de contacto y referencia para las preguntas de los participantes, entregó kits de muestreo y educó a los participantes sobre todos los pasos involucrados en el monitoreo ambiental.
Sample handling refers to the organized gathering, labeling, storage, preservation, and transportation of physical specimens for analysis or processing in a laboratory setting.
Sample Analysis refers to the process of examining physical or digital specimens using scientific techniques and instruments to determine their composition, properties, and potential contaminants.
Sample preparation entails gathering, handling, and preserving specimens for precise examination and testing within a laboratory setting.
Successfully completed the Project Harvest training and learned how to properly collect water, soil, and plant samples for organic, inorganic, and/or microbial analyses. Attended yearly professional development trainings. Works with researchers to help develop and train participants on sampling methodologies. Trained participants on how to collect water, soil, and plant samples for organic, inorganic, and/or microbial analyses. Trained participants on how to collect water samples for DIY arsenic testing and sulfur-reducing bacteria. -- Completó con éxito la capacitación del Project Harvest y aprendió cómo recolectar adecuadamente muestras de agua, suelo y plantas para análisis orgánicos, inorgánicos y / o microbianos. Asistió a capacitaciones anuales de desarrollo profesional. Trabaja con investigadores para ayudar a desarrollar y capacitar a los participantes en metodologías de muestreo. Capacitó a participantes sobre cómo recolectar muestras de agua, suelo y plantas para análisis orgánicos, inorgánicos y / o microbianos. Capacitó a los participantes sobre cómo recolectar muestras de agua para realizar pruebas de arsénico y bacterias reductoras de azufre.
A Project Harvest Promotora is health worker indigenous to the community in which they work. They have been trained to address public health issues, partner with organizations to assist them in achieving common goals. They are trained in environmental monitoring and scientific communication, and understand local strengths and challenges. They are community leaders and within Project Harvest are primarily responsible for training families on environmental sampling methodologies, administering surveys, and act as liaisons between community members and researchers. -- Un(a) Promotor(a) de Project Harvest es un(a) trabajador(a) de salud que pertenece a la comunidad en la que trabaja. Ha sido capacitado(a) para abordar problemas de salud pública, asociarse con organizaciones para ayudar a lograr objetivos comunes. Está capacitado(a) en monitoreo ambiental y comunicación científica, y comprende las fortalezas y desafíos locales. Los promotores son líderes comunitarios y dentro de Project Harvest son los principales responsables de capacitar a las familias en metodologías de muestreo ambiental, administrar encuestas y actuar como enlaces entre los miembros de la comunidad y los investigadores.
Environmental health focuses on the scientific and practical efforts to reduce harmful environmental influences on public health and ecosystems, emphasizing the provision of secure water, air, food, and work environments.
Public speaking is the skill of presenting ideas persuasively and engagingly to an audience, using oratory methods to influence, educate, or captivate listeners.
Research consists of methodical examination and analysis of data or resources to uncover factual information and draw new conclusions through critical evaluation.
The promotora will have attended initial trainings and yearly professional development meetings where they learned about environmental monitoring, environmental health concerns, public speaking and science translation, and local concerns. They communicate with a variety of stakeholders including community members, university researchers, and government organizations. -- La promotora o el promotor habrá asistido a capacitaciones iniciales y reuniones anuales de desarrollo profesional donde aprendió sobre monitoreo ambiental, problemas de salud ambiental, oratoria y traducción científica, y problemas locales. Los promotores se comunican con una variedad de partes interesadas, incluyendo miembros de la comunidad, investigadores de la universidad y organizaciones gubernamentales.
A Project Harvest citizen scientist is a member of the participating communities, key collaborators in the research and field method, and helped co-generate the Project Harvest environmental monitoring (harvested rainwater, soil and plant) dataset. They collected harvested rainwater, soil and plants samples for chemical analyses, analyzed and interpreted environmental data when using the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) kit, conducted experiments in their home and engaged in science communication with others. -- Un ciudadano científico de Project Harvest es miembro de una de las comunidades participantes, es un colaborador clave en la investigación y el método de campo, y ayudó a cogenerar el conjunto de datos de monitoreo ambiental de Project Harvest (tomo muestras del agua de lluvia, suelo y plantas). Los ciudadanos científicos tomaron muestras de agua de lluvia, suelo y plantas para análisis químicos, analizaron e interpretaron datos ambientales al usar el kit Hágalo usted mismo (DIY), realizaron experimentos en su hogar y participaron en la comunicación científica con otros.
Field Research: Gathering data in natural settings to obtain direct, firsthand insights through structured methods, outside of controlled environments.
Environmental Monitoring is the process of regularly testing air, water, soil, and living organisms to evaluate pollution levels, ecosystem well-being, adherence to environmental rules, and the efficacy of control strategies.
Collected organic, inorganic, and microbial samples and submitted them to the Project Harvest labs for analysis. Collected water and/or soil samples for DIY analyses of arsenic and sulfur-reducing bacteria and conducted at-home analysis. Attended data-sharing events. Shared their environmental monitoring results with others. -- Recolectaron muestras orgánicas, inorgánicas y microbianas y las enviaron a los laboratorios del Proyecto Harvest para su análisis. Recolectaron muestras de agua y / o suelo para análisis DIY de arsénico y bacterias reductoras de azufre y análisis realizados en el hogar. Asistieron a eventos de intercambio de datos. Compartieron sus resultados de monitoreo ambiental con otros.
Steam in Action: Adult - Environmental Science and Health
The Adult - Environmental Science and Health badge is part of the Adult - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution. Learning outcomes of the Adult - Environmental Science and Health micro-credential include: - Summarize the state of public health and environmental justice and the associated controversies in their community. - Assess and appraise the sources of impacts to land resources in their community. - Illustrate an understanding of the relations between environmental quality, justice, and human health. - Illustrate an understanding of the relations between environmental quality, food, and human health - Judge environmental laws and regulations relevant to resource extraction and redevelopment. - Self-efficacy for learning and doing exposure mitigation strategies in their home and community.
Environmental science is a discipline that examines the effects of human actions on ecological systems, and develops strategies for environmental preservation and sustainability.
Environmental Rights is knowledge of legal and ethical principles protecting individuals' and communities' rights to a clean, healthy, and sustainable natural environment.
Environmental Ethics is a branch of moral philosophy examining human-environment interactions, providing guidance for actions affecting ecological well-being and species survival.
Environmental Issue refers to the recognition and handling of ecological problems, such as biodiversity loss, climate change, pollution, and resource depletion, caused by both natural and human activities.
Environmental Literacy refers to the comprehension of ecological principles and their application in making informed choices that promote sustainable practices and responsible environmental management.
Biodiversity encompasses the variety of life forms, ecosystems, species, and genetic variations, crucial for maintaining ecological stability and adaptability.
Recipients of the Adult - Environmental Science and Health badge will complete approximately 5 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group.
Steam in Action: Adult - Environmental Communication & Justice
The Adult - Environmental Communication & Justice badge is part of the Adult - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution. Learning outcomes of the Adult - Environmental Communication & Justice micro-credential include: - Recall key public health and environmental justice definitions, activities, and moments in time. - Interpret how racial/ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQIA+ people, being disabled, and/or being from marginalized communities effects the environmental health of individuals and communities. - Generate and design environmental science and health solutions at the intrapersonal, interpersonal, institutional, and community level. - Generate and design data visualizations, information design, and data narratives - Ability to engage in critical dialogue to environmental action and communication - Co-design solutions to community problems using a holistic approach - Implement equity and cultural humility in environmental health science practice - Integrate history and healing practices into their community action and communication strategies
Environmental Studies consists of the comprehensive study of how biological, physical, and societal elements impact the environment, focusing on sustainability and resolving ecological challenges.
Environmental Data Analysis involves examining information about the natural environment to detect patterns, trends, and relationships for informing decision-making and policy development.
Environmental Interpretation: The skill of explaining and conveying insights about natural and cultural legacies to inform and inspire audiences, thereby encouraging protection and conservation.
Community-Based Participatory Research is a joint effort in research, ensuring equal participation of community members, organizational representatives, and researchers throughout its process.
Political ecology examines the interconnections between political, economic, and societal aspects with environmental concerns and transformations.
Recipients of the Adult - Environmental Communication & Justice badge will complete approximately 5 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group.
Steam in Action: Adult - Research Methodologies
The Adult -Research Methodologies badge is part of the Adult - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution. Learning outcomes of the Adult - Research Methodologies micro-credential include: - Understanding the scientific method. - Understanding techniques and processes for environmental monitoring. - Self-efficacy for learning and doing science
Research methods refer to the organized strategies employed to examine phenomena, gain fresh insights, or validate and synthesize existing knowledge in diverse fields.
Plant Identification is the process of determining and naming different plant types by examining their physical traits, habitats, and distinctive attributes.
Sediment Sampling entails gathering and examining sediment from water or land to assess their composition, pollutants, and environmental conditions for scientific or regulatory reasons.
Applied Science refers to the use of scientific concepts and methods to address practical issues in fields like engineering, healthcare, and technology.
Recipients of the Adult - Research Methodologies badge will complete approximately 5 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group.
Steam in Action: Adult- Soil & Water Quality & Atmospheric Dust
The Adult -Soil & Water Quality & Atmospheric Dust badge is part of the Adult - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution. Learning outcomes of the Adult -Soil & Water Quality & Atmospheric Dust include: - Skills related to using soil, air, water, and dust monitoring instruments - Ability to follow monitoring protocols and instructions - Understanding techniques and processes for dust suppression - Value of soil and water functions, services, and management. - Value environmental sustainability and ecosystems functions, services, and management.
Environmental Contamination signifies the introduction of harmful substances into the environment, leading to adverse impacts on wildlife, ecosystems, and human health.
Environmental Pollutants are harmful substances that contaminate nature, negatively affecting air, water, and soil, leading to health and ecological consequences.
Water resources databases are organized systems for storing, managing, and analyzing information about water sources, quality, distribution, and usage, to aid in efficient resource management and planning.
Water resource engineering applies scientific concepts to the planning, operation, and enhancement of infrastructure for water collection, distribution, and treatment.
Air Quality refers to the evaluation and control of atmospheric pollutants to safeguard a habitable environment for living beings and to meet regulatory standards.
Sediment removal refers to the elimination of settled particles, like sand, silt, and debris, from water sources or containers to keep them clean and functional.
Soil science is the research and analysis of soil as a valuable resource, including its formation, classification, properties, fertility, and management for agricultural and conservation purposes.
Soil Contamination refers to the pollution of land by hazardous substances, often resulting from human actions, which negatively impacts the environment and human well-being.
Recipients of the Adult -Soil & Water Quality & Atmospheric Dust badge will complete approximately 5 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group.
Steam in Action: Adult - Environmental Science, Health, Public Sphere
The Adult - Environmental Science, Health, Public Sphere badge is earned upon completion of Adult - Environmental Science and Health , Adult - Research Methodologies, Adult- Soil and Water Quality and Atmospheric Dust, and Adult - Environmental Communication and Justice micro-credentials. The Adult - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution. Learning outcomes of the Adult - Environmental Science, Health, Public Sphere micro-credential include: 1. Environmental Science and Health - Summarize the state of public health and environmental justice and the associated controversies in their community. - Assess and appraise the sources of impacts to land resources in their community. - Illustrate an understanding of the relations between environmental quality, justice, and human health. - Illustrate an understanding of the relations between environmental quality, food, and human health -Judge environmental laws and regulations relevant to resource extraction and redevelopment. - Self-efficacy for learning and doing exposure mitigation strategies in their home and community 2. Research Methodologies - Understanding the scientific method. - Understanding techniques and processes for environmental monitoring. - Self-efficacy for learning and doing science. 3. Soil and Water Quality and Atmospheric Dust - Skills related to using soil, air, water, and dust monitoring instruments. - Ability to follow monitoring protocols and instructions. - Understanding techniques and processes for dust suppression. - Value of soil and water functions, services, and management. - Value environmental sustainability and ecosystems functions, services, and management. 4. Environmental Communication and Justice - Recall key public health and environmental justice definitions, activities, and moments in time. - Interpret how racial/ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQIA+ people, being disabled, and/or being from marginalized communities effects the environmental health of individuals and communities. - Generate and design environmental science and health solutions at the intrapersonal, interpersonal, institutional, and community level. - Generate and design data visualizations, information design, and data narratives. - Ability to engage in critical dialogue to environmental action and communication. - Co-design solutions to community problems using a holistic approach . - Implement equity and cultural humility in environmental health science practice. - Integrate history and healing practices into their community action and communication strategies.
Recipients of the Adult-Environmental Science, Health, Public Sphere badge will complete approximately 20 hours in-person activity, combined with approximately 2 hours outside of the in-person training. Training will be asses by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group.
Steam in Action: Youth - Environmental Science and Health
The Youth - Environmental Science and Health badge is part of the Youth - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution.
Recipients of the Youth - Environmental Science and Health badge will complete approximately 6 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group. Learning outcomes of the Youth - Environmental Science and Health micro-credential include: - Summarize the state of public health and environmental justice and the associated controversies in their community. (AZ State Science 2018 standards Appendix 4 Equity & Diversity, Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups) (National health education standard 1.12.5, 2.12.4, 5.12.4, 8.12.1) - Assess and appraise the sources of impacts to land resources in their community. - Illustrate an understanding of the relations between environmental quality, justice, and human health. (AZ State Science Standards: A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas. Appendix 3: L2, National Health Education Standards: Standard 2.12.9) - Illustrate an understanding of the relations between environmental quality, food, and human health (National Academy of Sciences, A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas) - Judge environmental laws and regulations relevant to resource extraction and redevelopment. (Implementation Guidance for the 2018 Arizona Science Standards, 6th grade: U3) - Self-efficacy for learning and doing exposure mitigation strategies in their home and community (National Health Education Standards: Standard 2, A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas.)
Steam in Action: Youth - Environmental Biology
The Youth - Environmental Biology badge is part of the Youth - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution.
Ecosystem Ecology examines the relationships between living organisms and their surroundings, emphasizing energy transfer and nutrient circulation.
Recipients of the Youth - Environmental Biology badge will complete approximately 6 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group. Learning outcomes of the Youth - Environmental Biology micro-credential include: - Describe the diversity of life forms in different ecosystems and explain how they contribute to ecosystem health (AZ State Standards 2018 7th Grade Life Science: L4.) - Investigate human impacts on biodiversity and propose strategies for conservation. AZ State Standards 2018 Earth and Space Standards 8.E1U3.7, 8.E1U3.8) - Use a microscope to observe and identify microorganisms and describe their roles in the environment (AZ State Standards 2018 Life science standards: 7.L1U 1.8) - Construct an explanation to demonstrate the relationship between cell structures and cell functions (plant animals) (AZ State Standards 2018 Life science standards: 7.L1U 1.9)
Steam in Action: Youth - Research Methodologies
The Youth - Research Methodologies badge is part of the Youth - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution.
Recipients of the Youth - Research Methodologies badge will complete approximately 6 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group. Learning outcomes of the Youth - Research Methodologies micro-credential include: - Understanding the scientific method (AZ State Standard 1018 Core Idea using Science U1) - Understanding techniques and processes for environmental monitoring. - Self-efficacy for learning and doing science
Steam in Action: Youth - Soil & Water Quality & Atmospheric Dust
The Youth - Soil and Water Quality and Atmospheric Dust badge is part of the Youth - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution.
Recipients of the Youth - Soil and Water Quality and Atmospheric Dust badge will complete approximately 6 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group. Learning outcomes of the Youth - Soil and Water Quality and Atmospheric Dust micro-credential include: - Skills related to using soil, air, and dust monitoring instruments - Ability to follow monitoring protocols and instructions - Understanding techniques and processes for dust suppression - Value of ecosystem functions, services, and management. - Evaluate, Interpret, value data collected from samples and understand the real world implications (AZ State Mathematics Standard Algebra 1: A1.N-Q.A.2, A1.N-Q.A.3) - Value environmental sustainability and ecosystems functions, services, and management (AZ State Science 2018 standards - HS.E1U3.14)
Steam in Action: Youth - Food Sovereignty
The Youth - Food Sovereignty badge is part of the Youth - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution.
Nutrient Cycling refers to the ecological process of recycling nutrients through various ecosystem components, ensuring their availability for biological productivity.
Recipients of the Youth - Food Sovereignty badge will complete approximately 6 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group. Learning outcomes of the Youth - Food Sovereignty micro-credential include: - Identify local plants that are edible and culturally significant - Analyze the impact of historical and current agricultural practices on local food systems and communities. - Describe the movement of nutrients from soil to plant and explain how this process supports food production - Evaluate the role of food sovereignty in promoting community health and well-being (National Academy of Sciences, A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas, LS2. Life Sciences)
Steam in Action: Youth - Environmental Communication and Justice
The Youth - Environmental Communication and Justice badge is part of the Youth - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution.
Recipients of the Youth - Environmental Communication and Justice badge will complete approximately 6 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 30-minutes outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group. Learning outcomes of the Youth - Environmental Communication and Justice micro-credential include: - Recall key public health and environmental justice definitions, activities, and moments in time. - Interpret how racial/ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQIA+ people, being disabled, and/or being from marginalized communities effects the environmental health of individuals and communities (AZ State Social studies Standards 7.G2.1,8.G2.1, 8.G2.2) (United Nations, Transforming our world: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development). - Generate and design environmental science and health solutions at the intrapersonal, interpersonal, institutional, and community level. - Generate and design data visualizations, information design, and data narratives (AZ Science Standards - K-12 Science and Engineering Practice - Analyzing and Interpreting Data, U3, AZ Mathematic standard Algebra 2 A2.MP.5). - Ability to engage in critical dialogue to environmental action and communication - Engage and Co-design evidence-based solutions to community problems using a holistic approach (AZ State science standard HS+B.L4U1.2) - Implement equity and cultural humility in environmental health science practice - Integrate history and healing practices into their community action and communication strategies
Steam in Action: Youth-Environmental Science, Health, Public Sphere
Youth - Environmental Science, Health, Public Sphere badge is earned upon completion of Youth - Environmental Science and Health, Youth - Environmental Biology, Youth - Research Methodologies, Youth - Soil and Water Quality and Atmospheric Dust, Youth - Food Sovereignty, and Youth - Environmental Communication and Justice micro-credentials. The Youth - Environmental Science, Health, and Justice series provided by Environmental Sciences at The University of Arizona. Steam in Action is focused on building programs for underrepresented populations who are disproportionately impacted by climate change and environmental pollution.
Recipients of the Youth - Environmental Science, Health, Public Sphere badge will complete approximately 40 hours of in-person activity, combined with approximately 2-hours outside of the in-person training. Training will be assessed by faculty and consist of: (1) Introduction (2) hands-on, inquiry-based activity (3) documentation and reflection (4) data sharing and visualization (5) public speaking and sharing observations/findings with group. Learning outcomes of the Youth - Environmental Science, Health, Public Sphere micro-credential include: 1. Environmental Science and Health - Summarize the state of public health and environmental justice and the associated controversies in their community. (AZ State Science 2018 standards Appendix 4 Equity & Diversity, Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups) (National health education standard 1.12.5, 2.12.4, 5.12.4, 8.12.1) - Assess and appraise the sources of impacts to land resources in their community. - Illustrate an understanding of the relations between environmental quality, justice, and human health. (AZ State Science Standards: A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas. Appendix 3: L2, National Health Education Standards: Standard 2.12.9) - Illustrate an understanding of the relations between environmental quality, food, and human health (National Academy of Sciences, A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas) - Judge environmental laws and regulations relevant to resource extraction and redevelopment. (Implementation Guidance for the 2018 Arizona Science Standards, 6th grade: U3) - Self-efficacy for learning and doing exposure mitigation strategies in their home and community (National Health Education Standards: Standard 2, A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas.) 2. Environmental Biology - Describe the diversity of life forms in different ecosystems and explain how they contribute to ecosystem health (AZ State Standards 2018 7th Grade Life Science: L4.) - Investigate human impacts on biodiversity and propose strategies for conservation. AZ State Standards 2018 Earth and Space Standards 8.E1U3.7, 8.E1U3.8) - Use a microscope to observe and identify microorganisms and describe their roles in the environment (AZ State Standards 2018 Life science standards: 7.L1U 1.8) - Construct an explanation to demonstrate the relationship between cell structures and cell functions (plant animals) (AZ State Standards 2018 Life science standards: 7.L1U 1.9) 3. Research Methodologies - Understanding the scientific method (AZ State Standard 1018 Core Idea using Science U1) - Understanding techniques and processes for environmental monitoring. - Self-efficacy for learning and doing science 4. Soil and Water Quality and Atmospheric Dust - Skills related to using soil, air, and dust monitoring instruments - Ability to follow monitoring protocols and instructions - Understanding techniques and processes for dust suppression - Value of ecosystem functions, services, and management. - Evaluate, Interpret, value data collected from samples and understand the real world implications (AZ State Mathematics Standard Algebra 1: A1.N-Q.A.2, A1.N-Q.A.3) - Value environmental sustainability and ecosystems functions, services, and management (AZ State Science 2018 standards - HS.E1U3.14) 5. Food Sovereignty - Identify local plants that are edible and culturally significant - Analyze the impact of historical and current agricultural practices on local food systems and communities. - Describe the movement of nutrients from soil to plant and explain how this process supports food production - Evaluate the role of food sovereignty in promoting community health and well-being (National Academy of Sciences, A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas, LS2. Life Sciences) 6. Environmental Communication and Justice - Recall key public health and environmental justice definitions, activities, and moments in time. - Interpret how racial/ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQIA+ people, being disabled, and/or being from marginalized communities effects the environmental health of individuals and communities (AZ State Social studies Standards 7.G2.1,8.G2.1, 8.G2.2) (United Nations, Transforming our world: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development). - Generate and design environmental science and health solutions at the intrapersonal, interpersonal, institutional, and community level. - Generate and design data visualizations, information design, and data narratives (AZ Science Standards - K-12 Science and Engineering Practice - Analyzing and Interpreting Data, U3, AZ Mathematic standard Algebra 2 A2.MP.5). - Ability to engage in critical dialogue to environmental action and communication - Engage and Co-design evidence-based solutions to community problems using a holistic approach (AZ State science standard HS+B.L4U1.2) - Implement equity and cultural humility in environmental health science practice - Integrate history and healing practices into their community action and communication strategies