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Abstract

a wildlife biologist and earned a Ph.D. in Wildlife Ecology. Kathryn conducted field research to quantify the response of wildlife populations to forest management practices near streams. Currently, she teaches high school science and works with middle school science teachers in the Seattle School District. Kathryn’s dream is to provide every student and teacher with the experience of conducting real science investigations. Ashley Steel has conducted scientific research and taught the scientific process for over 15 years. She holds M.S. degrees in River Ecology and Statistics and a Ph.D. in Quantitative Ecology and Resource Management. Ashley currently investigates the effects of landscape conditions such as urbanization, agriculture, or forest cover on river habitat and salmon populations. She has done fieldwork and published research on small mammals, birds, salmon, and urban recycling programs. Her goal is to provide future citizens with scientific skills to enable better decision making in all aspects of their lives. LESSONS