Research
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Local Research
If you are a student attending the Morris Hills Regional District, feel free to participate in research by filling out the form below!
Broader ASF Research
Coming soon! To join the ASF network, please use the link below or email asustainablefuturenetwork@gmail.com with any inquiries :)
The Research Process
STEP ONE - LAY GROUNDWORK
Learn about the basics of statistics
Random sampling methods, reducing bias in surveys​
Learn how to design a proper research program
Research into previously successful school-held statistics programs
Gather data on average paper consumption of schools across America
Craft a hypothesis/prediction into paper consumption at your school
STEP TWO - COLLECT DATA
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Make a clear list of all facets pertaining to paper consumption (toilet paper, lunch trays, copy paper, text books, etc.)
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Inquire into those additional realms of paper usage
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Do not hesitate to ask your school for resources!​
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Determine what data to collect
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Design surveys:
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Teacher Paper Consumption Survey: assess faculty paper usage
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Student Technology Survey: gauge student familiarity/comfort levels with using technology in lieu of paper
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Ensure that there is as little bias present in the questions as possible
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Obtain IRB Approval
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Employ random sampling method to distribute surveys​
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For additional resources, see ASF's resources page
STEP THREE - ANALYZE AND DERRIVE
Look for relationships between between different sets of bivariate data
Employ machine learning models linear regressions
Linear regression​
K-nearest neighbors
Bayes
Train models!
STEP FOUR - CONCLUDE AND PRESENT
Form conclusions of experiment
Write research paper on irresponsible paper consumption in schools
Begin drafting a budget plan for your school to present
Advocate for responsible paper consumption among student body
Interested in Conducting Research with ASF?
Visit the link below to apply and become an ASF Research Director
Application Form