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Legacy Traditional School Science Fair Project 2017-2018
Junior High
Science Fair Project2017 - 2018
Dear Parents,
Welcome to our Annual Legacy Traditional School Science and Engineering Fair! Over the next 3 months, your child will be completing his/her project and participating in our school level science & engineering fair to be held on __________________________________.
For our science and engineering fair, each student has the option of doing a project using the Scientific Method (a study that involves asking a question, constructing a hypothesis, and testing the hypothesis) or using the Engineering Design Process (defining a problem, creating a solution to the problem, and testing it). This packet defines the requirements for the Scientific Method.
A project based on the Scientific Method will include one in which a problem is identified, relevant data is gathered, a hypothesis is created from the data, and the hypothesis is tested.
Remember: While scientists study how nature works, engineers create new things — such as projects, websites, environments and experiences. If your child’s project involves inventing something or making something better, then their project might better fit the Engineering Process.For your child’s safety, the science teacher must approve the project. It is important that you understand what topic your child has chosen and how he/she plans to do it. Although your child should do all the work, they may need your support and advice.
We hope you are as excited as we are for the chance to support your child with this project. If you have any questions regarding the science and engineering fair, please feel free to contact the science and engineering fair coordinator at your school.
Avondale: [email protected] Laveen: [email protected]
[email protected] Maricopa: [email protected]
Casa Grande: [email protected] N. Chandler: [email protected]
Chandler: [email protected] NW Tucson: [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected]
Gilbert: [email protected] Queen Creek: [email protected]
Glendale: [email protected]
Nevada: [email protected]
Surprise: [email protected]
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Science & Engineering Fair Project Timeline
The following is a timeline of important checkpoints along the way. Each assignment has a due date. Your teacher will tell you what dates to write down in the “Checkpoint Due Dates” column.
Assignment Due CheckpointDue Dates
Topic Selection October 16
Proposal October 23
Bibliography & Glossary November 3
Background Research Paper December 1
Final Report Part 1 December 8
Start Your Project and Begin Testing As soon as you receive your rough draft of your Final Report back
Summarize Results After you finish your experiment. No later than mid-January
Create Display Board Late January
Oral Presentation February 5th
Final Report & Board Due when you give your Oral Presentation
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Science Fair Competition Dates
Event Event Dates
School Science Fair February 13
Eastern & Southern Regional District Science Fair February 28
Western Regional District Science Fair February 28
SARSEF (NW Tucson only) April 11 –April 14
AzSEF Dates TBD
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STEP 1: CHOOSE A TOPIC & PROJECT PROPOSAL (Due Date: Oct. 23rd)
Choose a Topic:Choose a topic that you want to explore and an Investigative Question that you want to answer in your project. An investigative question asks, “What do you want to find out by doing this project?”
Your question MUST be testable and have a cause/effect relationship (i.e., in other words, the change in one thing causes something else to change.)
● For example, here are some cause/effect relationships: How does temperature change with humidity? Will the amount of light affect how fast a bean plant grows? How does salt affect the conductivity of water?).
● The “Causing” variable, is known as the independent variable, and the “Effect” variable, is known as the dependent variable
Make sure the answer to your question is something you can graph or chart – not just a simple yes or no. You must be able to measure the result of your project numerically so that in the end you can graph your results. If you have questions on how to do this, please ask your teacher. Be creative! Our judges and AzSEF judges love a unique project and one that you care about!
Field of Study:Your topic must fall under one of these Fields of Study. If you are unsure what Field of Study your project falls under, contact your teacher.
● Physics & Astronomy ● Behavioral & Social Sciences ● Cellular & Molecular Biology ● Chemistry ● Computer Science
● Engineering: Electrical & Mechanical
● Engineering: Materials & Bioengineering
● Environmental Sciences
● Mathematical Sciences ● Medicine & Health Sciences● Plant Sciences● Earth & Planetary Science● Animal Sciences
Project Proposal:Before you begin investigating your topic, your teacher must approve your choice of project. To get started, you will fill out the following Project Proposal Form below. After it is signed, you will need to save it and place it in your Notebook (3-ring binder to be turned in with your project).
VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
If your project involves Human Subjects; Vertebrate Animals; Human or Animal Tissue; Hazardous Substances, Devices or Activities; or Potential Pathogens (like bacteria or mold), you will need to get special permission and fill out special forms before you proceed. You will not be allowed to work on
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your project until permission has been granted. Please discuss your project with your teacher before beginning.
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Student Science Topic Selection & Proposal
I, _________________________, propose the following science topic for my science & engineering fair project.
Topic Category: Which broad category (see table below) would your project fall under? Example: Plant Sciences
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Physics & Astronomy
Behavioral & Social Sciences Cellular & Molecular Biology Chemistry
Computer Science
Earth & Planetary Science Energy & TransportationEngineering Environmental Sciences
Life Science
Mathematical Sciences
Medicine & Health SciencesPlant Sciences
Investigative Question: The question being investigated: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Variables: This is a list of the key parts of the experiment. Identify the independent variable, dependent variable, constants, and control group.
Independent Variable: ___________________________________________________________________________
Dependent Variable: ____________________________________________________________________________
Constants: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Control Group (optional -- if any): _________________________________________________________________
STUDENT: I agree that this will be the science & engineering fair topic that I’ll be working on. If I need to change my project, I will contact my teacher and discuss the change. I agree to put forth my best work and I understand that the science & engineering fair project is MY responsibility. I will seek help when needed but I am fully aware that all work is to be on my own. I also understand this is a long-term assignment. As such, if work is not turned in by the due date, I will earn a zero for that assignment, as stated in the Student-Parent Handbook.
Student Signature:______________________________________________________ Date:___________
PARENT: I support my child’s efforts in doing this science & engineering fair project and understand that this is a long-term assignment. If work is not turned in by the due date, my child will earn a zero for that assignment, as stated in the Student-Parent Handbook.
Parent Signature:_____________________________________________________________Date:___________
TEACHER: The project meets requirements for the science & engineering fair.
Teacher Signature: _____________________________________________________ Date:___________
Please return this form to your classroom teacher. A copy of your proposal will be made and returned to you.8
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This form will be added to your Final Report Notebook and Logbook. If you need to make a change to your original proposal, you must clear this through your science teacher.
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STEP 2: SET UP YOUR LOG BOOK
A logbook is like a scientist’s diary. You will be writing all sorts of information down about your project, your question, hypothesis, materials, procedures, measurements, results, etc. The more details and personal input you include, the better. The reader should be able to look through your logbook and feel like they were right along with you during the process. You may include sketches, photos, and any other information that pertains to your work.
Use loose-leaf paper to record entries in your logbook. The logbook will be included in the appendix of your final notebook.
Date each entry. Make a new entry every time you work on your project and record all the work you did and all the measurements you made.
Use a pen and neatly cross out mistakes. Example: The experiment will use 30 cm string 20 cm wire.
The following are some entries that you may include in your logbook:
● Your initial brainstorming ideas● A description of your topic ● Your investigative question ● Your variables, constants, and control group● Brainstorming of different hypotheses that would answer your investigative question. You will need
to choose just one hypothesis prior to beginning your experiment.● A list of the materials needed/used ● A list of your procedures ● Your thoughts about how the process is going● Your observations during your experiment ● Charts, graphs, and tables of data collected from the results of the trials● Conclusion● Questions that arise during your work
NOTE: AzSEF judges look for systematic data collection and analysis, so keep your notes thorough!
STEP 3: BIBLIOGRAPHY & GLOSSARY (Due Date: November 3rd )
Bibliography:
● Your bibliography must list the sources you used in your Background Research Paper. ● You must have at least 3 sources. Two of the sources must be physical sources (i.e. books,
magazines, encyclopedias, etc.) or from online newspaper or science journals. The other source(s) may be as many non-Wikipedia website source(s) you can find.
● Use MLA format and keep your Bibliography on a separate sheet from the research paper.
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● If you have questions on how to properly cite your sources, ask any of your teachers. ● Remember to KEEP A COMPLETE LIST of all sources you use as you conduct your
research.
Glossary:
Create a list of important keywords, concepts, mathematical equations, etc. that relate to your investigation. These words required to discuss/explain the science behind your investigation. Also, include any words you needed to look up to understand your investigation.
STEP 4: BACKGROUND RESEARCH PAPER (Due Date: December 1st)
Background Research:
The Background Research paper is created to find out as much as you can about your topic so you can form a hypothesis and analyze your results. The research paper states all the facts you collect while researching your investigative question. Simply stated, the background research paper is a retelling in your own words of what experts know about the topic.
For example, if a student is doing a project on the possible speed differences in baseballs hit by different types of bats, then that student could do background research on the history of baseball as a sport, the history of baseballs and bats, the different types of bats used today, and perhaps any other scientific research that they could find relating to their project.
Paragraph 1: Introduction
Your introduction should include an exploration of why you chose this topic and should clearly state your investigation topic question.
● What are you investigating? (define your topic)● Why did you choose this topic? (explain what made you interested to find out more)● Thesis Statement: A thesis statement is the one-sentence main idea of your Background Research
paper. Paragraph 2-4: Research, Key Definitions & Concepts
Define all the important keywords, concepts, mathematical equations, etc., that relate to your investigation and that are required to discuss the science behind your investigation.
The research you do will be specific to your project but can include:
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● History of similar experiments. What do experts already know about the topic? Who studies this and why?
● Analysis of similar experiments. Look at what experts already know about the topic. What type of scientist/engineer studies this and why? What more do you want to learn? When and where is this studied or does it occur?
● Discuss the science behind your project, how it is used in everyday life, and why it’s important.
Paragraph 5: Conclusion
A good conclusion restates the thesis and summarizes the main points of your research. This brings your writing to a smooth close and creates a well-written piece of work.
STEP 5: FINAL REPORT, PART 1 (Due Date: December 8th)
The Final Report should be typed and written in 3rd person, (which means you do not use the word, “I”. Instead, perhaps use the words, “this researcher.”) You will use the following Project Plan form below to write down your thoughts and plan out your project. When the Project Plan form is complete, you will use that information to complete the Final Report, part 1.
For Part 1, only the following sections are required:
A. Introduction / Purpose: Why did you choose this project or why is it useful? How does your topic contribute to the Field of Study?
B. Investigative Question: What is it that you want to find out by doing this project? Remember, all research, experimentation, hypothesis, results, conclusion, etc., must refer back to this investigative question you are trying to answer.
C. Background Research: Simply refer to your background research paper (for example: “See ‘Effects of Gravity on Plant Root Growth’, Appendix 1”)
D. Hypothesis: The hypothesis is prediction about what you think is going to happen during your science project based on what you already know, and/or what you learned from your research. It is just a prediction and it is OK if it is wrong! It can be the same as your initial hypothesis, or you can change it if your research has given you new ideas. Please do not consult anyone or the Internet for a quick answer.
a. One way to format your hypothesis is with an “If_____________ then__________” statement.
b. Example: “If the temperature of a cup of water increases then the amount of sugar that will dissolve will increase.”
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E. Experimental Design : a. Independent Variable: The independent variable is the one that is changed by the
scientist.b. Dependent Variable: The dependent variable is the one that is measured in the
experiment and what is affected during the experiment. c. Constants: The things you will keep the same throughout the experimentd. Limitations / Uncontrolled Variables: These are variables that you cannot control but
might be a factor in your experiment. (Example: Wind)e. Experimental Group and Control Group (if warranted): What group will you do your
experiment on, and what unchanged group will you compare your results to?
F. Materials : This is list of all materials and equipment that are going to be used in the experiment. Be specific – How many? What size? What brand? All values must be in metric units.
G. Procedures : These are detailed step-by-step instructions on how to carry out the experiment. Think of it as a cookbook. This should be a recipe that another person could use to perform the same exact experiment. Include diagrams/photographs where appropriate and any special steps you will take when you collect and analyze data, including the number of trials you will do. A minimum of 5 trials is required.
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Final Report Part 1 (ROUGH DRAFT): Due – November 24th
Name:________________________________
A. Introduction/Purpose: _____________________________________________________________________________________
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B. Investigative Question:
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C. Background Research Paper
D. Hypothesis:_____________________________________________________________________________________
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E. Experimental Design:● Independent Variable: ___________________________________________________________
● Dependent Variable: ____________________________________________________________
● Constants: ____________________________________________________________________
● Uncontrolled Variables/Limitations:_________________________________________________
● Experimental/Control Group (if warranted ):__________________________________________
F. Materials:
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STEP 6: START TESTING AND GATHER DATA RESULTS
Now that you have planned out your project, you will begin your experiment. Create your experiment based on the investigative question & hypothesis in mind.
Remember to start early so you have plenty of time to finish your project. Some projects may take extra time (example: growing plants).
During every step of your experiment, keep a log of anything you do, any changes you make, any observations you see, and any measurements you make. This will all go into your logbook. In addition, it is useful to take pictures throughout the entire project (only of the project, not of people).
Remember you will need to do a minimum of 5 trials. In the case of plants, you may have 5 separate plants and test each one differently according to your plan. For each test, record your data and analyze your results each time. See if the results match your hypothesis.
STEP 7: FINAL REPORT PART 2 (ANALYZE YOUR RESULTS)
For this step, you will continue the Final Report you started previously, typed, and written in 3rd person. Take a look at all the data you have collected. Is there a pattern or trend? Do you think your data supports your hypothesis? What is your data trying to tell you? This is important to know when you begin to write your conclusion.
The following are required:
H. Data Table(s): Create a table that represents the observations and documentation of testing.▪ Metric units only▪ Remember to label all columns, rows, etc. and give it a title
I. Graph(s): Take information from Data Table and make it into a graph (bar, pie, line, etc.) that represents the data in the best way visually. You might also want to include graphs of averages or other trends that are important to your data.
▪ Remember to label the x-axis (independent variable) and y-axis (dependent variable) with units and give it a title.
J. Data Analysis: In paragraph form, describe your results. Make sure to refer to your Data Table and Graph(s). Identify any trends or patterns and describe the relationship between the dependent and independent variable.
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K. Conclusion: When you write your conclusion it needs to be in paragraph form. You should also write it in “third-person”, this means that you do not use the word “I” or other pronouns, but instead use words such as, “the researcher.” For example, do not write, “When I increased the water temperature, I noticed a pattern in the data. Whenever the water became hotter, more of the sugar dissolved.” Instead, write, “When the researcher increased the water temperature, a pattern was noted in the data. Whenever the water became hotter, more of the sugar dissolved.”
You should restate your investigative question and your hypothesis and answer your investigative question according to your results (trends, patterns, etc.). Make sure to state the relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable. Compare your results to your hypothesis and state whether or not your hypothesis was supported.
L. Limitations: Explain anything in your project that may have caused room for error in results, including items out of your control (such as the weather). Include mistakes you think you made and how they could have been avoided if you were to do it again. It is OK to make errors if you communicate them so others can learn from them!
M. Application: How can this information be applied to everyday life? How does this impact the Field of Study or society/world?
N. Future Research: Describe how you would improve the project if you were to do it again or extend it.
O. Acknowledgements (optional): Say thank you to the people who helped you, use 3rd person. Example: “This researcher would like to thank Mrs. Sagan for her help during the redesign of the project.”
P. Bibliography: KEEP A COMPLETE LIST of all sources you use as you conduct your research and during your project, and include those in your Bibliography. You must have at least 3 sources. Use MLA format and keep your Bibliography on a separate sheet from the research paper. If you have questions on how to properly cite your sources, ask any of your teachers.
STEP 8: ABSTRACT
The abstract is a very important part of your science project and is the last part of your final report to be written, as it is a brief summary of your project.
A general rule of thumb for the abstract may be:
● The first sentence should be your overall purpose for the experiment. ● The second sentence should be your Investigative Question.
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● The third sentence should be your Hypothesis and why you feel your hypothesis will be supported.
● The fourth sentence should be a brief description of your procedure; do not include too many details here.
● The fifth sentence should summarize the analysis of your results. ● The sixth sentence should be your conclusion, including whether or not your hypothesis was
supported.A person should be able to read the abstract and have a complete idea of what your project was about, how it was carried out, and what results were obtained. The abstract is written after the project is completed.
It should be typed, in 3rd person, and fit on one page with no more than 250 words.
STEP 9: ASSEMBLE THE FINAL REPORT NOTEBOOK
(Due Date: Finish before January 29th – Create on your own schedule)
You will now assemble Parts 1 and 2 of the Final Report. Remember to put your name and your teacher’s name on the inside back cover of your notebook.
Put your notebook in this order:
1. Copy of Grading Rubric with name, grade, and project title filled in.2. Title Page3. Table of contents with pages numbered4. Abstract, on a page by itself with page numbered5. Final Report Part I with pages numbered6. Final Report Part II with pages numbered7. Bibliography on a page by itself8. Appendix (Appendix page numbers are not included in the table of contents)
o Logbook o Project Proposal (with signatures) from Step 1.o Background Research Papero If necessary, any SARSEF or AzSEF forms required for testing on human subjects,
vertebrate animals and/or potentially hazardous materials or biological agents must be included.
STEP 10: CREATE YOUR DISPLAY BOARD
(Due Date: Finish before February 2nd – Create on your own schedule)
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The display board will be judged at science and engineering fairs (school wide, district, SARSEF, AzSEF) that you might qualify for.
Construct your science and engineering fair display board. The objective of a display board is to present the main areas and conclusions of your project so that others can easily recognize what you accomplished. Your board should highlight the main points and key features of your project so that others will understand what you did and how you did it.
You may include the following on your board:
1. Purpose 2. Investigative Question 3. Hypothesis 4. Introduction/Summary? 5. Experimental Design 6. Materials 7. Procedures 8. Data Table(s): Create a table with the data from your testing. This table should represent all of
your observations. You may choose not to include the Data Table on your Display Board if your Graph (from the next step) completely represents your data. If so, please include your Data Table in your Notebook.
a. Metric units onlyb. Remember to label all columns, rows, etc. and give it a title
9. Graph(s): Take data from Data Table and make it into a graph (bar, pie, line, etc.) that represents the data in the best way visually. You might also want to include graphs of averages or other trends that are important to your data. Remember to label your graph. Graphs must have more than numbers – you must use units!
10. Data Analysis: In paragraph form, summarize the results seen in your Data Table and Graph(s). Identify any trends or patterns.
11. Conclusion: In paragraph form, restate your investigative question and your hypothesis. Then answer your investigative question according to your results. Make sure to state the relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable. Compare your results to your hypothesis and state whether or not your hypothesis was supported.
12. Future Research: Describe how you would improve the project if you were to do it again or extend the experiment.
13. Limitations: Explain anything in your project that may have caused an error in the results, including items out of your control. Include mistakes you think you made and how they could have been avoided if you were to do it again.
14. Application: How can this information be applied to everyday life? How does this impact the Field of Study or society or our world?
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Important Notes:
● Use a freestanding tri-fold display board. Your entire display should not exceed 30” deep (front to back), 48” wide (side to side), 36” tall (top to bottom).
● Remember to include only pictures of the project, not of people.● Informational text must be typed (recommended) or written neatly● Include your graphs or charts and any other visual aids like photographs or drawings● Put your name on the back of the board. Do not put your name or any other personal
identification information anywhere else on the board.● Be creative. Make it attractive, eye-catching, and easy-to-read from a distance.
You can use the following layout or come up with your own. Usually Display Boards are “read” left to right, just like a newspaper, with the Project Plan information (hypothesis, question, etc.) toward the left and the Results & Conclusion toward the right. REFER TO YOUR GRADING RUBRIC TO HELP YOU CHOOSE WHAT YOU DISPLAY.
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STEP 11: ORAL PRESENTATION (DUE: February 5th)
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Junior High students are required to do an oral report as a part of their grade. The presentation should be 30 seconds to 1 minute in length maximum. The abstract may be used as a guide for what information to include. Within the presentation, be sure to describe what you did and why, the outcome, and how you used the scientific method in this process. The oral presentation should be brief, similarly to an elevator pitch, which introduces, reviews data/tests and summarizes your entire project.
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GRADING PERIOD 2 RUBRICS & DUE DATESBelow are rubrics that will be used to grade your project. These rubrics cover the Scientific Method projects and will be used for your letter grade. Please note that this project is considered a long-term assignment and therefore any items not turned in on time will earn a zero. See the Parent/Student handbook for further information.
Please fill in your name, grade, and title of your project, and remove this rubric from your packet and put it in the front of your notebook so your teacher can use it to grade your work. Name: ___________________________________________________________ Grade: _________
Title: ____________________________________________________________________________Note to teachers: Grading period 2 has three graded parts. Topic Selection & Proposal and Bibliography & Glossary will be treated as a Classwork/Homework grade; Background Research will be treated as a Quiz grade; and the Final Report part 1 will be a Lab grade.
Topic Selection & Proposal - Due Date: October 16th/October 23rdTopic Selection & Project Proposal
● Signed, with appropriate information● Turned in on time
____out of 10 pts.
Total for Topic Selection & Proposal: (CW/HW grade) /10 pts
Bibliography & Glossary – Due Date: November 3rdBibliography
● Title “Works cited” (2 pts)● Sources listed according to MLA format (2 pt)● Minimum of 3 sources (3 pts)
○ 2 sources must be physical source ○ 1 or more sources can be internet based
● Glossary written as a list of key terms and definitions (3pts)
____out of 10 pts.
Total for Bibliography & Glossary (CW/HW grade) /10 pts
Background Research Paper – Due Date: December 1stBackground Research
Includes all components for each paragraph as outlined in the science & engineering fair packet, typed or printed neatly.● Intro and Thesis (4 pts)● Key Definitions & Concepts (3 pts)● Research (8 pts)● Conclusion (4 pts)● Typed or printed neatly (1 pt)
____out of 20 pts.
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Total for Background Research (Quiz grade) /10 pts
Final Report Part 1 – Due Date: December 8thTopic: Points:
Purpose:● Explains why the student chose the project (2 pts)● Typed or printed neatly (1 pt)
____out of 3 pts.
Investigative Question:● Question form (4 pts)● Typed or printed neatly, 3rd person (1 pt)
____out of 5 pts.
Background Research ● Placed in the Final Report Notebook’s appendix (1 pt)
____out of 1 pt.
Hypothesis:● In an “if, then” statement, or something similar (7 pts)● In a complete sentence (1 pt)● Typed or printed neatly, 3rd person (1 pt)
____out of 9 pts.
Experimental Design:● Independent Variable (4 pts)● Dependent Variables (4 pts)● Constants (4 pts)● Limitations / Uncontrolled variables (4 pts)● Experimental Group and Control Group (if warranted) (1 pt)
____out of 17 pts.
Materials:● List all supplies (7 pts)● All measurements and amounts are in metric units (2 pts)● Typed or printed neatly, 3rd person (1 pt)
____out of 10 pts.
Procedures:● Step by Step instructions (15 pts)● Can be easily followed (4 pts)● Typed or printed neatly, 3rd person (1 pt)
____out of 20 pts.
Total for Final Report Part 1: (Lab grade) / 65pts.Teachers: Use the table below to record the grades for Grading Period 2. Input these values into the grade book.
Grading Period 2:Topic Selection & Proposal (CW/HW grade) / 10 pts. Bibliography & Glossary (CW/HW grade) /10 pts.Background Research (Quiz grade) / 20 pts.Final Report Part 1 (Lab grade) / 65 pts.
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GRADING PERIOD 3 RUBRICS & DUE DATES
Note to teachers: Grading period 3 only has one due date and one entered grade as detailed below.
Final Report Notebook & Display Board – Due Date: February 5thTopic: Points:Title Page:
● Typed or printed neatly in cursive (1 pt) ____out of 1 pt.
Table of Contents:● Has title, list, and page #’s (1 pt) ____out of 1 pt.
Abstract:● Project Title (1 pt)● Purpose of your project/experiment (2 pts)● Investigative Question rephrased (1 pt)● Hypothesis restated (2 pts)● Procedure description (2 pts)● Summary of results (2 pts)● Conclusion (2 pts)● Less than 250 words (2 pts)
____out of 14 pts.
Final Report Part 1:● Included in the final notebook (1 pts) ____out of 1 pt.
Data Table:● Represents the observations and documentation of testing (8 pts)● Information is in metric units (2 pt)
____out of 10 pts.
Graph:● Represents the data in the best way (7 pts)● Information is in metric units and labeled appropriately (2 pts) ____out of 9 pts.
Data Analysis:● Refers to data chart and graphs (2 pts)● Identifies trends (2 pts)● Describes relationship between the dependent and independent
variable (5 pts)
____out of 9 pts.
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Conclusion:● Restates question and hypothesis and answers hypothesis (5 pts)● Results compared appropriately to hypothesis (4 pt)
____out of 9 pts.
Limitations:● Explains elements of project that may have caused room for error in
results, as well as elements that you were unable to control (4 pts) ____out of 4 pts.
Application:● Explains how the information could be applied to everyday life (4 pts) ____out of 4 pts.
Future Research:● Explains what else you could have done in the future (4pts) ____out of 4 pts.
Appendix:● Contains Logbook, Project Proposal, Background Research Paper,
Bibliography, and any other required paperwork.____out of 5 pts.
Final Report:● Written in 3rd person throughout the entire report (4 pts) ____out of 4 pts.
Total for Final Report / 75 pts.
DISPLAY BOARD: ● Board displays correct use of the scientific method used in this project
(6 pts)● Board clearly explains the science behind the project (6 pts)● Board is visually appealing and easy to understand (3 pts)
____ out of 15 pts.
Total for Display Board: / 15 pts.
ORAL PRESENTATION: ● Project introduction (2 pts)● Data/trials reviewed (2pts)● Summary of results/conclusion (2 pts)● Voice was clear and presentation was no more than 1 minutes
(2pts) ● Able to respond appropriately to DOK level 2 and above
questions during presentation at least 2 times (2 pts)
____ out of 10 pts.
Total for Display Board: / 10 pts.
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Total for Final Report & Display Board: (Test grade) / 100 pts.
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