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Science Fair Projects

Science Fair Projects. Turning Up the Heat as Westchase Scientists Search the Unknown…. …In Search of a Topic . http://paintcartoon.blogspot.com/2008_03_16_archive.html. Good projects can be investigated by students. Write the topic as a question. Resources include

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Science Fair Projects

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  1. Science Fair Projects Turning Up the Heat as Westchase Scientists Search the Unknown…

  2. …In Search of a Topic http://paintcartoon.blogspot.com/2008_03_16_archive.html

  3. Good projects can be investigated by students. • Write the topic as a question. • Resources include Science books, Magazines, Newspaper, Museums, Commercials, Family, etc.

  4. Purpose(not Porpoise) http://s557.photobucket.com/albums/ss15/edibility/?action=view&current=dolphins3.jpg&newest=1

  5. Tells why the investigation is being done. • It is written as a statement from the topic question. • Example: The purpose of this project is to find out…

  6. The Hippo(I mean Hypothesis) • Now we will research the topic and find out some of the secrets under investigation! • Once this has been conquered then and only then can the Sizzling Scientist reveal what are his/her possible answers to the question being investigated. • Don’t forget to give your reasons why the results of the experiments will turn out the way you have stated!

  7. Procedure(The Plan) • Materials - What materials will you need for your secret experiment? - Be sure to list all materials, the type, and amount (in metric ).

  8. Variables • Independent (Manipulated) What is being changed in the experiment on purpose. (What you are testing) • Dependent (Responding) The measurable result of what is being changed in the experiment. (What you are measuring) • Held Constant All the things that are kept the same or controlled during the experiment.

  9. Step by Step Directions(The recipe) • Write them clearly so someone else may follow them • Be specific and not too lengthy. • Remember to indicate how many trials are necessary : Example “Repeat steps 3-6 four more times with each item being tested for a total of five trials”.

  10. DataThe Dirt-The evidence!

  11. The Data is kept in a chart or a table. • All the trials of the experiment must be indicated. (5 or more trials) • The data must be measured in Metric units for. • All data must be averaged.

  12. Graphs( a picture of the results) • It is an organized way to display the data collected during the investigation. • There are two main types of graphs.

  13. 1. Bar Graphs- (most common type of graph) Displays data that does not occur in a continuous manner Ex. (Number of burgers eaten) *Don’t forget to include an Average Graph*

  14. 2. Line Graphs- Displays data that occurs in a continuous manner Ex. (Growth of a plant over a controlled period of time) Plant Growth Plant Height (cm) Growth Period *Don’t forget to include an Average Graph*

  15. Results • Write a short list of the results from your experiments. • You are not analyzing just yet-just listing!

  16. Conclusion(Summary) • The analysis of the data as it relates to the original hypothesis. It should include: - Whether or not your data supports your hypothesis. - A description of any problems. - What would you do differently next time?

  17. Showboard • Advertise your project using a Showboard! • Make it colorful • Use a creative title-It doesn’t have to be a question. • Make sure the components are placed in order-they should flow (check out the layout)

  18. Requirements • All projects must have a log (a Journal about the project) - The log should be in the form of a notebook or tablet showing evidence of student work throughout investigation period. - All entries in the log should have dates for each part of the project. - Logs may be hand-written or typed. Example: 11/3/10 Today I chose my topic. My topic is…The purpose of my project is… 11/8/10 I researched my topic and wrote my hypothesis. My hypothesis is…

  19. Extra! Extra! ‘Research’ All About It! • A Research Paper will be included and placed in a separate Research Folder. • Extra data, photos, and information may be included in the Research Folder.

  20. CongratulationsSizzling Scientists….You are now ready to turn up the heat with yourScience Fair projects! Always Remembering That…

  21. …Science is Everywhere! http://www.pickinsplinters.com/2009/10/08/open-thread-thursday-october-8th-2009/#comment-7264 Presentation Created By: Yvonne Rotolo 2009

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