The GovLoop “Decision Intelligence: New Possibilities for Data-Based Decision-Making” guide explores creative ways for agencies to maximize data’s potential, and examines concerns regarding what data is used, for what purpose.
Here are specific citizen-science resources you might find helpful.
⇒ Federal Crowdsourcing and Citizen Science Toolkit
This toolkit shows five basic process steps for planning, designing and carrying out a crowdsourcing or citizen science project.
⇒ Best Practices for Citizen Science Programs
Commissioned by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Environmental Law Institute offers best practices and strategic steps to support environmentally focused citizen science programs.