Zone Reports

The Boron Zone was a primary school only. We went over our target of 350 registered students, and 89% of the 387 who registered actively participated in the event. The thing that really stood out in the Boron Zone, was the sheer inquisitiveness of the students! The questions just kept on coming and coming; as soon as the scientist had answered a batch, there were more to answer! The scientists did a great job of answering as many of them as possible.   Download the complete report here.  

The Sustainability Zone was a very busy zone, with more than 400 registered students, of whom 89% asked a question, voted for their favourite scientist, or took part in a live chat. There were 23 chats booked on this zone, James and Francesca being responsible of three quarters of the scientists’ activity. The students really got into the spirit of the zone and many of their questions were focused on the theme.   Download the complete zone report here.    

Students in the Evolution Zone were particularly interested in the scientists’ research. The discussions in the live chats explored the work of all the scientists, with conversations about animals, life, humans, fossils, birds, and other species. The zone winner, Chloe Kinsella, stands out as really engaging with the students, giving 42% of the answers in live chats.   Download the complete report here.  

At the end of each event we compile a report about each zone, containing moderator observations and our web data. This report provides a summary and some meaningful information on the zone. Health was the quietest zone with fewest questions and live chats, but this didn’t mean the students and scientists were any less eager and excited. It was a really friendly fun zone and the scientists all got on well and would joke with each other before and after the live chats. The scientists always turned up early or apologised for being late, and liked playing games and discussing the questions on the site, and also on Twitter. The scientists were understanding of the students’ varied abilities. Download the report here.

At the end of each event we compile a report about each zone, containing moderator observations and our web data. This report provides a summary and some meaningful information on the zone. Hydrogen was the busiest zone in terms of the number of questions. There were lots of diverse questions and comments in live chats too. Interaction was high as students asked more questions in response to the scientists’ answers, and there were lots more personal questions than the other zones. There was a lot of flamingo chat because of Eileen’s research – a pleasant change from the normal topics asked about! The scientists were fun and very honest with the students, particularly Andrew on religion which the students seemed to appreciate. Download the report here.

At the end of each event we compile a report about each zone, containing moderator observations and our web data. This report provides a summary and some meaningful information on the zone. Space was a busy and fun zone – the live chats were energised and the students interacted well. The scientists were fun, quick and worked together very well. It felt like a big shared conversation with everyone joining in. The scientists answered questions while maintaining a level of fun and silliness, which was clearly enjoyed by the students with lots of “you’re a joker” & “you’re so funny”. The scientists wanted to answer every single question and really seemed to enjoy it. Download the report here.