| Research Question | Will the added nutrients from the compost accelerate the germination of the sporophytes? |
|---|---|
| Predictions | Adding compost tea will accelerate the germination and growth of the spores. |
| Investigation Theme | CFERN |
| Grade Level | High School Students (Grades 9,10,11,12) |
| School Name | Central High School |
| Session | Spring 2018 |
| About this Project | Nominated for their project because they were inspired to look at what compost used in gardens might do for their spores. They took efficient data each day, and worked through a small bump in the road—microorganisms in their “compost tea!” Everyday I witnessed them laughing and having fun, all while asking questions and being serious about accurately portraying their data to others. The team dynamic was fun to have in class; the team was very concerned with precision, which is appreciated as a teacher because it shows that they’re serious about getting the most precise results possible. |