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Science Fair
Science Fair Project Guidelines
Honors Science with Mr. Barnes
2015-16
Table of Contents
Honors Science Parent Letter3
Intel International Science and Engineering Fair4
Science Fair Project Timeline 2014-155
After School Science Fair Work Schedule6
Choosing a Project7
3 Topics of Interest8
Literature Review Research Paper:9
Internal Documentation10
Works Cited Basic Rules10
Internet Sites for Creating Works Cited Page10
Plagiarism in Writing Papers12
Research Paper Check and Grade Sheet13
Research Plan Project Approval Form14
The Experiment15
Experimental Design Diagram (EDD)16
The Log Book17
Exhibit Board18
Exhibit Board Example19
Abstract20
Project Book21
Log Book, Project Book and Exhibit Board Check and Grade Sheet22
THE JUDGE23
Judges Science Fair Grading Rubric24
Honors Science Parent Letter
September 2015
Dear Parent,
I am excited that your student is enrolled in honors science. This is an advanced class and will move at a quicker pace incorporating more projects and labs than found in general science. Your student will be required to do an independent research project which he/she will enter into the William Fleming Science Fair on XXXXXXX.
Each honors student is required to select a topic, complete a research paper on that topic, formulate and test a hypothesis through experimentation, and report the data gathered and conclusions reached in front of an independent judge at the fair. Students will need to do most of their work at home. Students can schedule after school time in my classroom as needed and available. A timetable for completing various parts of the project is attached and additional information is included to guide the student in completing the project.
This is a major project and will represent a significant portion of your students grade for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd nine weeks. Due to the magnitude of the project and the length of time given to complete the project, no final research papers or experimental project boards will be accepted late. Missing project components will be marked zero.
If you have any questions, I can be reached at [email protected].
I appreciate your assistance, and look forward to a rewarding school year.
Mr. Barnes
I have read and understand the preceding letter and the attached information concerning the Science Fair Project. Please sign below and return.
___________________________________________________________________
Parent signatureDate
______________________________________________________________________
Student signatureDate
Intel International Science and Engineering Fair
The science fair project is mandatory for all students enrolled in the honors science program. It is one component in a rigorous course study designed to prepare the student for Advanced Placement (AP) science courses in high school, as well as college and workforce positions after graduation.
The science fair is operated under the guidelines of the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair. Their website can be accessed by the link below.
http://www.societyforscience.org/ISEF/
From this website you can access the official guidelines, rules, and documents that your student will be completing as he/she proceeds through the project.
I encourage you to visit this site for more information about the science fair process and ideas for projects. Throughout this semester your child will bring home forms from this site that will need to be completed before he/she can continue with the project.
If your student loses a form or this science fair package of information, a link to all this information can be accessed at the RCPS science website by visiting-
www.science.rcps.info
click on Science Fair,
click on Science Fair Forms,
Science Fair Project Timeline Name: ________________________ Block_____
Parent signature verifies you have seen this form and understand that a project is required for honors students. Turn this form in by September 27th. Points will be deducted for late work (3/4 credit for one day late; 1/2 credit for second day late, no credit third day late). The final paper and experiment project are not accepted late and will receive a zero if late.
________________________________________________________________
Parent SignatureDate
Task to be completed
What is due
Due Date
Date In
Grade
Parent Signature of Timeline
Signed Timeline
Friday
September 18
Topic Due
Project Topic Approval Form DUE
Friday
October 2
Research Paper Due
2-3 page paper based on background research of your topic typed and printed
Friday
October 9
Forms 1 and 1B
Must have forms 1 and 1B
Friday
October 9
Form 1A and Research Plan
Research Plan typed and printed
Friday
October 16
Experiment begins
Experiments should begin no later than this date
Monday,
November 14
EDD
Experimental Design Diagram typed and printed
Wednesday
November 26
Research Paper Due
1-3 page paper based on background research of your topic typed and printed
Wednesday,
December 3
Results in a graph format and Conclusions typed and printed
Data tables, graphs and conclusions
Friday,
December 5
Science Fair board
Science fair board must be completed
Friday, December 12
Final Fixes
Any changes to the science fair board
Thursday, January 14
Science Fair
Student must be present after school for judging
Wednesday, January 21
Choosing a Project
Your project CAN NOT involve animals with a backbone or mold.
Your project must be approved by your teacher before you begin work
Human projects require additional approval.
Your project should have relevance to the world around us (i.e. water quality) and/or be something that interests you.
Places to look for a project idea:
Science books
Science Magazines
Internet sources (google science fair projects)
Library
A good project will allow for experimentation NOT demonstration. For example a project on How Volcanoes Erupt does not allow the student to experiment; he is just doing a demonstration on how a volcano erupts. A topic such as: The Effect of Chemical Fertilizers on Bean Plants allows the student to experiment with different amounts of fertilizer on the growth of plants.
Every Project has a Problem
The problem of the project is what you are going to experiment on. For example: The problem of this project is to determine if fertilizer makes a difference in plant growth.
Every Project has a Purpose
The purpose of the project will explain what you tried to discover in your experiment. For example: The purpose of this project is to determine if fertilizer makes plants grow taller.
Hypothesis: is a possible explanation as to what will happen in an experiment.
Your experiment does not have to prove your hypothesis correct. Remember Thomas Edison experimented nearly 2000 times before discovering what would work in a light bulb.
The hypothesis will be stated in an if, then statement. For example: If chemical fertilizer is added to a bean plant then the plant will grow taller.
As you begin your project, save everything! As you complete work on the computer- save everything! Many of the items will be reused, and if you have saved them, then it is much easier when you compile all your information into the notebooks.
3 Topics of Interest Name_______________________________________
List 3 areas or topics that interest you with a brief reason why you are interested in this particular area. Also briefly explain how you would experiment on this.
1.
2.
3.
Literature Review Research Paper:
The literature review serves as documentation of the first three steps of the scientific method: 1) state the purpose or problem, 2) gather information on the topic, and 3) form a testable hypothesis. Scientists review literature to explain why they are proposing a research study. The review will include important background information on the variables and an overview of prior research on the topic. The student will use information from the literature review to write the introduction, discuss results, and form conclusions when writing about their own experimental projects. The literature review will have several different sections as outlined below. Put your paper in the order listed below, and place into a presentation folder (purchase from Wal-mart, or office supply store).
Paper requirements:
Typed
Times New Roman or Arial Font only
12 point font
one inch margins all around
To include all components in the order listed below
Minimum 5 sources
Presented in a presentation folder
Components to be included in the paper:
Title Page: This page will have the title of your project, name, and date. (You will have to have another title page, without your name, to place in your project book for the science fair.)
Body of the report: must include:
a) a clear statement of the purpose of your experiment. The purpose must identify the independent and dependent variables.
b) A brief discussion of your interest in the topic being researched.
c) Review of Literature: This is a summary of the work and research conducted by others that relate to your topic. The information must relate to your variables. Include the results of other researchers. Internal documentation must be used to give credit to your sources. This is where you will use your library, internet, and encyclopedia notes to write the review.
Hypothesis: your hypothesis should be made as a result of your becoming knowledgeable about the topic. Therefore, it should come at the end of the summary of the research. The hypothesis is in the if, then format.
Works Cited: This is the page where you will cite your source materials. It is also called a bibliography page. Use the following format for the appropriate source. Only cite the sources you use in the paper. You will need 5 sources.
Internal Documentation
When using anothers idea or quotation, you must provide internal documentation in the paper. You do this by putting the authors name, page number, and year published in parenthesis after the quote or idea, even if you have paraphrased the information.
For example. Physical science- the study of matter, energy, and the changes that matter and energy undergo (Prentice Hall pg 4, 2005)
Works Cited Basic Rules
Begin the Works Cited page on a separate page at the end of your research paper. It should have the same one-inch margins and last name, page number header as the rest of the paper.
Label the page Works Cited (do not underline the words Works Cited or put them in quotation marks) and center the words Works Cited at the top of the page.
Capitalize each word in the titles of articles, books, etc, but do not capitalize articles, short prepositions, or conjunctions unless one is the first word of the title or subtitle: Gone with the Wind, The Art of War.
Use italics or underlining for titles of larger works (books, magazines) and quotation marks for titles of shorter works (poems, articles)
Arrange entries in alphabetical order by the authors last name.
Indent the second line
Internet Sites for Creating Works Cited Page
There are several sites that you can use to create a work cited page. I like the link below. It is easy: put in the requested information and click save citation. You will need to copy the citation and paste into a word document that you then need to save. Remember a minimum of 5 sources is required: one book, one reference, one website and two of your choice.
http://oslis.org/@@mla-secondary
Below is another site you could also use to create a works cited page
http://www.bibme.org/
The important thing is that you have works cited in your research paper. You can not use a persons work without citing the source of information. This is considered plagiarism and is a serious offense.
On the following page are examples of how to do it without using an internet site to create the works cited. I find it easier if students use the internet site, but if that is not possible it can be done the old fashion way!
Examples of How to List Works Cited
Here are examples of how to create a work cited page without using an internet site. Remember a minimum of 5 sources is required: one book, one reference, one website and two of your choice.
Book with
one author
Last name, First name. Title of Book. Place of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication.
Example:
Henley, Patricia. The Hummingbird House. Denver: MacMurray, 1999.
Articles from reference books
Dictionary entry:
Word. Definition #. Name dictionary. Edition. Year published.
Example:
"Accord." Def.5b. The Oxford English Dictionary. 2nd ed. 1989.
Encyclopedia entry:
Authors last name, first name. Title Article. Name of encyclopedia. Edition. Year published.
Example:
Bergman, P. G. "Relativity." The New Encyclopedia Britannica. 15th ed. 1987.
Website
Name of Site. Date of Posting/Revision. Name of institution/organization affiliated with the site (sometimes found in copyright statements). Date you accessed the site. .
Example:
Felluga, Dino. Guide to Literary and Critical Theory. 28 Nov. 2003. Purdue University. 10 May 2006 .
Plagiarism in Writing Papers Name______________________
Sign and turn in to teacher.
My signature below means that I understand all of the following:
1. To present another persons words and/or ideas as if they are my own is to be guilty of plagiarism.
2. To use another persons words and/or ideas without plagiarizing requires that I specifically and accurately acknowledge their source, whether I have put the material into my own words or not.
3. To acknowledge properly the source of words and/or ideas not my own requires that I provide parenthetic citations (internal documentation) that corresponds to entries on a works cited page which contains detailed information about each source from which I gained the information.
4. To use another persons exact words without plagiarizing further requires that I enclose those words in quotation marks.
______________________________________________
Student SignatureDate
______________________________________________
Student Printed name
________________________________________________
Parent SignatureDate
Research Paper Check and Grade Sheet****
Use this paper to check off the required components of your research paper. This sheet also indicates the point value of each item.
Required Components of the Research Paper
Refer to pages 8-9
Student Check if included
Teacher check if included
Points earned/
Point value
Typed
/15
Times New Roman or Arial Font; 12 point
/1
One inch margins all around and presented in a folder
/1
Components in order listed below:
/5
Title page
/1
Table of contents
/1
Body of report: The paper clearly states the purpose of the experiment. Discusses your interest in the topic. Clearly summarizes the research related to your topic.
Includes internal documentation of sources of information.
/65
Hypothesis: Ifthen statement
/1
Works cited: 5 sources of informationListed in proper format.
/10
TOTAL POINTS EARNED
/100
Research Plan Project Approval Form NAME_______________________________
Must be approved by your teacher BEFORE experimentation can begin. After this is approved and all forms are turned in you may begin the experiment. You can not change your experiment without approval from the teacher.
1. Problem or question being addressed.
2. Hypothesis (if/then format)
3. Independent Variable is ________________________________________________
(remember: you can only have one thing you change)
4. Dependent Variable is ________________________________________________ (this is what you will be measuring; what is changing because of the independent variable).
5. Control is ______________________________________________________________
6. Constants in the experiment are _____________________________________________
7. Description, in detail, of the procedures you will use in your experiment. Also a list of materials used in the experiment
The Experiment
Your project should include a control group so that you can compare the results of the experimental group to a group that did not have the variable changed.
Your experiment will contain an independent variable, dependent variable, control group and constants.
Independent Variable: the experimenter changes something to observe what will happen. The thing that he changes in an experiment is the independent variable (also called the manipulated variable). For example you experiment on the effects of fertilizer on plants, so you change fertilizer amounts. The fertilizer is the independent variable.
Dependent variable: the factor that changes as a result of changes to the independent variable. In this example plant growth is the dependent variable. Dependent variable is also referred to as the responding variable.
Control group: this group does not receive the independent variable. In this example you would have a group of plants that are not fertilized.
Controlled experiment: an experiment that has a control group.
Constants: all the things that stay the same in all the experimental trials. In this example some of the constants would be: same type of plant, same size pot, same potting soil, same amount of water and light.
You will do repeated trials of your experiment. For example: if you were melting chocolate to determine the time chocolate takes to melt, you would melt chocolate a minimum of FIVE different times and then determine the average of the five times. You must repeat the experiment several times to establish that the experiment is repeatable, and that the results are consistent. The more you repeat your experiment, the more reliable the results will be.
Take photos while you are experimenting.
Keep accurate data in your log book. DO NOT erase; just mark through once if a mistake is made. Use PEN in your log book; NOT pencil.
Keep detailed observations in your log book.
Date each entry.
This is science- use metric measurements in all experiments and units after numbers!
The Results:
Organize your data in tables
Label data tables. Remember have units with the numbers.
Do not fudge the data. A judge can tell if your data is not accurate.
Average the results of the trials.
Graph the data with an appropriate graph. Label the graph and use keys if needed.
Discussion:
Discuss the data that was gathered from your experiment. Explain in written detail what the numerical results show. What type of inferences can you make from the data?
The Conclusion:
Use the data to infer conclusions from the experiment. Was your hypothesis supported? You must state this in your conclusion. Remember, it is OK if the hypothesis was not supported. Be especially careful that your conclusion is not a new hypothesis. Any new hypothesis must be tested.
Experimental Design Diagram (EDD)
The EDD summarizes the experiment in just a view words along with the diagram. It allows parts of the project to be seen easily, and also shows weaknesses or missing elements in the experimental design. Your project must have an EDD. Use this form to complete the EDD and then you will type the EDD in class.
Title: The Effect of
Hypothesis: ifthen format
Independent Variable (IV): The variable the experimenter changes. The experimenter can only change one variable at a time.
Dependent Variable (DV): The variable that responds because of the change to the IV.
Control group: The group that does not receive the IV and is used as a comparison to the groups that receive the IV.
Constants: Those items in the experiment that stay the same in all the groups
EDD
Title:
Hypothesis:
IV:
(control)
DV:
C (constants):
Sample EDD
Title: The Effect of Various Amounts of Calcium Chloride on the Temperature of Water
Hypothesis: If more grams of calcium chloride are added to water, then the temperature of the water will increase.
IV: Amount of Calcium Chloride (grams)
Independent Variable
0 gram
(control)
10 gram
20 gram
30 gram
Levels of IV including Control
5 trials
5 trials
5 trials
5 trials
Repeated Trials. Number of times each of the levels of IV was tested
DV: Temperature of water Dependent Variable
C: Same amount of water (75ml) Constants
Same time to dissolve (2 min)
Constant stirring (2 min)
The Log Book
The log book is a progressive data book of your science project. Every time you work on your project you will write down what is done or measured.
When experimentation begins, you will write the procedure, in detail, in the log book along with any illustrations that help explain the project.
The log book will be a bound composition notebook (not spiral bound).
Use only ink in the book. NO pencil.
Number each page in the bottom right corner.
If a mistake is made, DO NOT erase. Just mark through one time. DO NOT scribble through so that you can not see the original entry.
All observations and data are to be entered into the book.
Date each entry.
The log book will be displayed at the science fair.
The log book will be evaluated for the following:
All writing is neat (remember, mark through mistakes only once)
Tables and graphs are drawn, using rulers. All tables and graphs have labels and titles. All tables and graphs are numbered, with captions that include dates.
All procedures are clearly described in a step by step fashion. Modifications to the procedures are clearly described, explained and dated.
Materials list is clearly and thoroughly written
Control, constants, and variables are clearly and thoroughly described.
Log book set up (some may require more than one page)
Title page: include title of project (The Effect of.), start date, end date. (your name will not go here because the book is displayed at the science fair)
Problem: This will state the reason for the experiment.
Purpose: This will state the purpose of your experiment.
Hypothesis: This will be stated in the if, then format.
Materials: List the materials that you used in the experiment. Put them into list form, not paragraph form.
Procedures: This is where you will list your procedures. Make then detailed, so that someone can replicate your experiment, exactly. List them numerically.
Data Tables: include a title above the table, number and caption below the table and appropriately labeled columns and rows, with units. (use a ruler)
Graphs: include title above the graph, number and caption below the graph, and appropriately labeled axes, with units. (use a ruler)
Observations: complete and detailed description of what happened during your experiment.
Exhibit Board:
The board should be a three sided exhibit board that can be purchased from: Wal-Mart (early in school year, otherwise hard to find here), office supply stores (like Staples, Office Max) or If Its Paper (Apperson Drive).
The boards come in different colors. So before you purchase your board, you may want to think of the color scheme you will use. A display looks better if you use 2-4 coordinating colors, instead of just a mixture of unrelated colors. Use your art class skills here!
The board will be the final step in the science fair process. Make your board neat. DO NOT glue items on your board until you have all the elements prepared. Then place items on the board to see if you like the display. DO NOT glue until you are sure that is where you want the items placed. Then glue and you are done!
The following will be on your exhibit board: (refer to enclosed picture for reference)
Project Title (The Effect of..)
Abstract
Problem
Purpose
Hypothesis
Materials
Procedure
Experimental Design Diagram (EDD)
Pictures (remember, no people)
Graphs
Data Tables
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
The above items should be generated on a computer, even the data tables and graphs. When working on this project, ALWAYS, save anything you do on your computer for future reference. If you do not have a computer at home, computers are available at school and the public library. It is your responsibility to produce all items- even data tables and graphs. We are here to show you how, but this is your project, and a great way to enhance your computer skills.
Your research paper will not be attached to the board. The research paper and log book will be displayed in front of your board at the science fair.
Remember, nothing living can be at the science fair. Do not bring plant material or soil to display with the board.
Your name can not be visible on the board. If you have your name on your board, you must cover it at display time. Your name should never be on the front.
Exhibit Board Example
Project Title
The Effect of
Pictures-
Procedures-
Numerical list
Abstract
Problem
Abstract Name___________________________________
Pictures-
Conclusion
Discussion of results
EDD
Graphs
Data Tables
Materials
List form
Hypothesis
Purpose
Use this to complete the information that will be typed onto the official abstract entry form. Complete this BEFORE coming to class. Be prepared! (maximum 250 words)
The problem is __________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
It is hypothesized that (if/then format) _________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
A brief procedure of the experiment is as follows.
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
The results of the experiment showed that ________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________.
In conclusion the results (did/did not) support the hypothesis.
Project Book
The project notebook (3 ring binder) will be displayed along with your log book. It will be placed in front of your board at the fair. You should have the following sections in your book.
Title Page (The Effect of): remember you can not have your name here
Table of contents
Abstract: this is a short version of the entire paper. Others will be able to read your abstract and determine the general idea of the experiment and results without reading the entire paper. The abstract will answer the following:
The problem is...
It is hypothesized that...
A brief procedure of the experiment is as follows...
The results showed that
In conclusion the results (did/or did not) support the hypothesis.
Problem: The problem is...
Purpose: The purpose of this experiment is to...
Hypothesis: If... then
Experimental Design Diagram
Materials: List all materials used
Procedures: List detailed procedures in numerical order.
Data Tables: computer generated
Graphs: computer generated
Discussion- Conclusion: In this section you will evaluate the results. You can include what you feel may have gone wrong. Admit any mistakes that you made, and discuss what you could do differently. This is your evaluation, interpretation, and analysis of the experimental results. Look over your data to infer what the data shows, and put this into written form. (Example: The hypothesis was...The results showed...Therefore, the hypothesis ...supported).
Acknowledgements: This is the section where you will say thank you to those who helped. Remember, no specific names can be printed: just a general- thanks to my parents, teachers, friends, etc.
Put in a section tab here and label Research paper. After this tab, you will place a copy of your research paper, along with the works cited.
Log Book, Project Book and Exhibit Board Check and Grade Sheet**
Use this paper to check off the required components of your log book, project book and display board. This sheet also indicates the point value of each item.
Required Components of the Log Book
Refer to page 15
Student Check if included
Teacher check if included
Points earned/
Point value
Log Book: Use of ink; pages numbered; all entries dated
/1
Log Book in the following order: Refer to page 17 Title page Problem
Purpose Hypothesis
Materials Procedures
Data Tables Graphs
Discussion Conclusion
/1
All data is in metric units. All graphs labeled correctly
/3
Discussion and results are clearly stated and well thought out as to what happened in the experiment.
15/
TOTAL POINTS EARNED on LOG BOOK due December 18th
/20
Required Components of the Project Book
Project Book: 3 ring binder: Refer to page 21
Title page table of contents
Abstract Problem
Purpose Hypothesis
EDD Materials List
Procedures Data Tables
Graphs Discussion/Conclusion
Acknowledgements Research paper
/20
TOTAL POINTS EARNED on Project Book Due December 18th
/20
Required Components of the Exhibit Board
Exhibit Board: has the following. Refer to page 18-19 Project Title Abstract
Problem Purpose
Hypothesis Materials in listed form
EDD Pictures
Procedures in numerical form
Data Tables/Graphs: metric unit/labeled
Discussion / Conclusions
/10
Exhibit Board: is neat. All items are typed or computer generated (graphs and tables). Good use of color scheme. Board clearly shows that time and effort was taken to make sure that items are neatly glued and displayed.
/10
TOTAL POINTS EARNED on EXHIBIT BOARD Due Dec 18th
/20
Total Points Earned on Log Book, Project Book and Exhibit Board
/60
No late projects accepted
THE JUDGE
The paper is done. The experiment is done. The board is done. I am finished!
Hold on. You are not done yet! You still have to meet the JUDGE!
You only have once to make a first impression. So make it good! Here are some tips.
Wear your Sunday best. This is required, not optional. Boys- nice slacks, nice shirt (no t-shirts). Wear a tie if you have one. Girls- nice slacks and shirt, or dress.
Stand up straight; dont lean on the display table.
Look at the judge. Make eye contact.
Stand to the side of your exhibit, not in front of it.
NO GUM.
Speak clearly and in a normal tone.
Smile.
Be polite. Remember yes mam and sir.
The Presentation: Practice with your family and friends. Be familiar with your project- all aspects of it. And do not be afraid to let the judge know where you could have made improvements in your project. In fact, that will probably be a question the judge asks.
Introduce yourself. Hello, my name is...
Give the title of your project.
Explain the purpose.
Tell how you became interested in this topic
Explain the procedure. Do not go over the materials list. The judge can read this on the board.
Explain your independent and dependent variables.
Know your variables, constants, and controls.
Show your data tables and graphs (should be on the board) and interpret the results.
Explain your conclusions. Dont be afraid to admit mistakes or say what could be better.
Tell the judges what you might do in the future.
The judges will then ask questions. If you are not sure of the answer, just say, Im sorry, I dont know the answer.
Thank the judge for taking time to look at your project. (remember: yes mam and yes sir and thank you are remembered by those who can make a difference; good manners are never wasted).
** On the following pages are several forms that a judge may use when evaluating your project. These forms are included to give you an idea of questions the judge may ask and what items the judge will be looking for when he/she is evaluating your project.
Judges Science Fair Grading Rubric
Category: ____________________________Project# ___________________
Project Title: _____________________________________
0
1
2
3
Score
Scientific Title
No title
Incomplete title: does not include The Effect of..
Complete, but does not correctly list the variables in the title
Complete and includes correct variables in title
Problem
None present
Incomplete problem
Problem not clearly stated
Problem clearly stated
Research Question stated in purpose
None
present
Incomplete research question
Research question not clearly stated
Complete research question clearly stated
Hypothesis
None present
Incomplete hypothesis; no if /then
Hypothesis present, uses if/then
Well written, testable hypothesis
Independent variable (IV)
No IV present
Incomplete IV
Complete IV, but units of measure are not included
Complete IV, includes units of measure
Dependent Variable (DV)
None present
Incomplete DV
Complete DV, but method of measurement and units not included
Complete DV, including method of measurement and units
Constants
None present
List of constants lacking major factors that should be constant
List of constants lacking minor factors that should be constant
Complete list of factors that should be constant
Procedures
None listed
List of procedures lacking major steps
List of procedures lacking minor steps or not listed step by step
Complete list of procedures, listed step by step
Materials
None
listed
List of materials lacking many items needed to complete the experiment
List of materials lacking 3 or less items, needs amounts and quantities such as mass, volume, etc. Metric units not used
Complete list of materials needed to complete the experiment, includes amounts and quantities in metric units
Data Tables
None present
Data tables incomplete or insufficient data collect, does not include minimum of 5 trials
Sufficient data collected, has trials but data tables do not include averages or metric units
Sufficient data collected, has trials, data tables contain averages and metric units
Charts and Graphs
None present
Charts/graphs not clearly presented
Charts/graphs present, but missing title and / or axes titles. One or more not computer generated.
Charts/graphs present, contain all necessary titles and all are computer generated.
Conclusions
None present
Incomplete conclusions, results not stated or not related to the hypothesis
Conclusions present, states whether or not the hypothesis is supported by the results
Conclusions and summary remarks were clearly justified by the experimental data
0
1
2
3
Score
Discussion: (may be with conclusion)
None present
Incomplete discussion- no application of ides, no suggestions for improvement, and no ideas for future research
Conclusions present but does not address one or more of the following: application of ideas, suggestions for improvement, or ideas for future research
Conclusion addresses all of the following: application of ideas, suggestions for improvement, and ideas for future research
Log Book
None present
Log book incomplete. Research data not recorded.
Log book present, data collection can be noted, but units missing or incomplete.
Excellent log book. Data collection easily interpreted. Data collection is dated, units and observations present.
Project Notebook
None present
Incomplete book
Notebook is complete but not organized well.
Notebook is complete and well organized. Copy of research paper is included.
Bibliography
None present
Bibliography incomplete; 5 sources not present
Bibliography complete (5 sources: one encyclopedia, book, internet and 2 or choice) but formatting incorrect
Bibliography complete (all 5 sources) and format correct
Visual Display
Poor display: lacking pictures drawing color tables graphs
Fair display lacking 2 of the following: pictures, color, computer generated tables and graphs
Good display lacking 1 of the following: pictures, color, computer generated tables and graphs
Exemplary display that includes pictures, color, computer generated tables and graphs
Practical Application
None present
A practical application can be inferred but it is not clearly stated in the discussion.
A practical application is stated but not explained.
A practical application for this project is clearly stated and explained how this experiment can help.
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SCORE
Judges comments and suggestions for improvement.
15