Integrating Education Research in Atmospheric Science Field Campaigns

Tuesday 1:30pm-4:00pm
Poster Session Part of Tuesday Poster Session

Authors

Melissa Burt, Colorado State University
Rebecca Haacker, National Center for Atmospheric Research
Peggy McNeal, Towson University
Emily Fischer, Colorado State University
Dawn Kopacz, University of Nebraska at Lincoln
Kathy Quardokus Fisher, University of Notre Dame

The "Educational Experiences in Atmospheric Science Field Campaigns: A Community Workshop" brought together practitioners in atmospheric science observational research, educators, and education researchers to explore ways to expand atmospheric science education research (ASER) beyond the traditional classroom.

Through this workshop, we identified knowledge gaps across communities and explored potential research questions about student learning in field campaigns and field work settings specific to the atmospheric sciences. A primary goal moving forward is to develop evidence-based, high-impact practices that maximize student outcomes while supporting the scientific objectives of field campaigns.

To achieve this, participants discussed integrating education research on student learning, inclusive practices, and identity directly into atmospheric science field campaigns. This integration, co-designed by education researchers and physical scientists, would enable simultaneous observation of teaching and learning in field environments, fostering improvements that benefit both students and researchers. Improving our understanding of how students learn under the unique conditions of field campaigns and when and how that learning is optimized, will lead to better integration of early-career training and development.

Through this poster, we will highlight the community workshop, key takeaways, and a shared vision for integrating education research into atmospheric science field campaigns, including strategies for institutional support and community growth.