You get to make a Science Fair Project! Step 1: Select a

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You get to make a Science Fair Project!
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Step 1 Select a Topic
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Biotechnology

• Crop Development
• Animal Science in Agriculture
• Microbial

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Physical Sciences

• Physics
• Chemistry
• Geology
• Mathematics
• Meteorology

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Life Sciences

• Biology
• Zoology
• Botany
• Genetics
• Ecology
• Physiology

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Engineering

• Mechanical
• Civil
• Chemical
• Industrial
• Bio-medical
• Environmental

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Computer Science

• Language Development
• Operating Systems
• Interfaces
• Software

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How do I Begin?

• All science begins with exploration!!!
• Find something that interests you!!!
• Wonder and ask questions!!!

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Step 2 Planning Your ProjectScience Fair
Categories are
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Scientific Experiment

• A scientific experiment is a way of answering a
  question using the scientific method. The
  scientific method is a standard procedure used by
  scientists.

• Scientific Method
• Ask a question
• State a hypothesis
• Design an experiment
• Collect data
• State a conclusion

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Demonstration of a Scientific or Mathematical
Principle

• A model or other demonstration of a scientific
  principle

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Scientific Collection

• An organized and labeled collection of items of
  scientific interest

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Original Computer Program

• A computer program or computer-presented
  information about a scientific topic.

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Invention or Innovation

• A new idea or thing to solve a problem, or using
  an existing device in a new way.

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Innovation Projects

• You must still test your innovation in an
  experimental format!
• Example If you design a new bridge, you must
  prove that your design is a quality design that
  can withstand large weight added (changing
  variable) as compared to another type of bridge
  design (control).

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Scientific Report

• An illustrated written report on a scientific
  topic. It is based on research and notes all
  sources used.
• You can write a research paper on any scientific
  topic that you want!!!

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Step 3 Research

• Start the research process!
• Internet
• Contact experts (high school, college,
  university, family)
• Library
• Companies

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Step 4 Purpose Hypothesis

• The Purpose is a description of what you will do.
  (for example to compare, to determine).
• The Hypothesis is an educational explanation as
  to what you think will happen.

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While Conducting the Experiment

• You must collect data (evidence).
• Do you know the difference between quantitative
  and qualitative data?
• Qualitative-The bridge looks like it will hold a
  lot of weight. (No measurement)
• Quantitative The bridge can hold a maximum of
  250 g of weight. (Measurement)

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Step 5 The Experiment Plan

• Perform the experiment under controlled
  conditions.
• Keep careful records, notes and pictures.

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Here is an example

• Purpose How the amount of fertilizer used will
  affect plant growth
• Hypothesis Increased amounts of fertilizer will
  cause greater growth in tomato plants.
• Variable Amount of fertilizer used. What other
  variables and conditions have to stay the same?

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Answers..

• The seeds must all come from the same package and
  be randomly selected.
• All seeds must be planted in the same size and
  type of pot with the same type of soil.
• All plants must receive exactly the same amount
  of water and light.
• The temperature for all test plants should be the
  same.
• More than one plant should be used for each test
  group.

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Answers Continued..

• Set one group as the CONTROL GROUP. This group is
  not given any fertilizer.
• Set up two other test groups. One receives a
  certain amount of fertilizer each week. The other
  receives exactly twice as much.

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Step 6 Prepare theScientific Report

• Purpose
• Hypothesis
• Materials
• Method
• Observations

• Graphs
• Charts
• Photos
• Conclusion
• Research

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Step 7 Exhibit

• This is the visual presentation of your project.
  You should use
• Graphs
• Charts
• Clear bold lettering
• Visuals

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Step 8 Judging

• Look neat
• Speak with enthusiasm
• State the purpose of your investigation
• Identify the conclusion
• Discuss any future plans you have to continue
  research on your topic

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Things to Do

• You have the month of _________ to THINK SCIENCE
  FAIR!
• Listen to the announcements for an after school
  work session with Scientists to help you organize
  your project!
• Take home the note about the science fair and
  talk to your parents.  BRING BACK the form that
  says you will be participating in the science
  fair.
• BRING YOUR PROJECT TO SCHOOL ON (date)
  _______________.
• Have Fun!!

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Credits

• This presentation is brought to you by
• University of Alaska Fairbanks TASK GK-12
  Fellow Brian Young
• Major contributions were made by
• Chris Villano, 1st grade teacher at Denali
  Elementary School
• Special Thanks to
• The faculty and staff at Denali Elementary in
  Fairbanks, Alaska
• National Science Foundation TASK GK-12 Fellowship
  program.

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Sources

• Fairbanks North Star Borough School District
  http//www.northstar.k12.ak.us/index.php
• Rayleigh waves image
• http//www.geo.mtu.edu
• Collection image http//24.190.139.131/Elem/homefi
  les/recentevents/sci_2004_26.jpg
• Eye image
• http//home1.gte.net/desmarag/School/Science-
  Fair/SF-Eye.htm