The Impact of Citizen Science Activities on Participant Behaviour and Attitudes: Review of Existing Studies

This report is part of a project to work with individuals and communities across Scotland to measure the impact that engagement in Citizen Science activities has upon participant’s environmental values, attitudes and behaviours towards the environment and its positive management. Citizen Science has a significant role to play in achieving a wide range of outcomes for people and the environment. However there has been little research to explore the impact of Citizen Science activities on their wider lives and lifestyle choices in relation to the environment and sustainability. This paper reviews existing literature and surveys people engaged in a range of citizen science activities, gathering information on changes in attitudes and behaviours.