This blog piece from Parenting Science Gang in the UK gives their top tips on using Facebook for citizen science and engagement.
Literature: Between Vision and Reality: A Study of Scientists’ Views on Citizen Science
by Mesh Editorial TeamThis paper describes a case study, which planned to involve citizen science in an air pollution study. Findings are based on interviews and observations, including a six-month field diary, of ten scientists who engaged in a citizen science project not because they are convinced of its value as an approach to strong science but in order to receive funding for their scientific research.
Information about Citizen Science Reporters (CSR), a group in Southeast Asia that runs workshops to teach community members how to film and edit video documentaries using a smart phone. The videos are then used to explore health issues faced by the community.