Show me the experts

Short scientist videos like the ones below may serve to motivate students, help them realize the importance of the data they are collecting, and put their learning and action into a larger community context. Teachers (Mike, Laura, John, Sue, ...) have expressed interest in using scientist videos to kick off their Vital Signs investigations. I imagine their value will extend beyond our classroom users.

Here are two videos we may want to use as we prime scientists to share their species stories, science passions, and desire for data from the Vital Signs community.

Scientists studying crayfish & Chinese mitten crabs in the UK:

Dr. Karen Wilson (USM), Maine's crayfish expert (shot before leaving for Kennebunk to observe data collection):