Community Science for Monarch Conservation is a free, self-paced online course from the Monarch Joint Venture designed to inspire and equip people to contribute to monarch butterfly conservation through community science. Hosted on the Monarch NECTAR Hub, this engaging 1–2 hour course features videos and downloadable resources from several community science organizations from across North America to guide participants in observing and reporting monarchs across all life stages.

Whether you're a teacher bringing real-world science into your classroom, a gardener supporting pollinator habitats, a student exploring hands-on conservation, or a dedicated conservationist, this course provides introductory content to help you find the right program for you. Participants will learn why community science matters, how to identify monarch life stages, and how to join ongoing data collection efforts through established programs. With no cost to enroll, the course invites everyone to take their first step into the world of monarch monitoring—and make a lasting impact.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Describe the role and value of community science in monarch conservation.
• Identify monarchs in all life stages and understand what to observe during each stage.
• Recognize and differentiate between key community science programs focused on monarchs.
• Demonstrate how to collect and submit observational data to support monarch research efforts.
• Feel confident in participating in community science efforts to help protect monarch populations.