General Guidelines for the Science Fair
The Scientific Method is a method of organization for a research project or experiment. The steps of this method are outlined below. There are examples on the BLOG.
Step 1: Ask a question
Choose a topic to research or do an experiment on.
Determine a specific problem or a question you would like answered that is related to the topic.
Clearly state the question or problem you are trying to solve.
Step 2: Form a hypothesis/prediction
Based on your research and what you know about your topic, what do you think will happen when you do your experiment?
Step 3: Make a plan and follow it
Decide how you can test your hypothesis.
Make a plan for what you will need (materials) and what you will need to do (procedures).
Step 4: Observe and Record the results
Do your experiment.
Make observations and measurements.
Write them down carefully.
Step 5: Draw a Conclusion
(This isn’t about drawing a picture.)
What did you learn? Was your hypothesis correct? Why or why not? Investigate and give reasons.
Step 6: Communicate the results
This should take many forms: organize your data by making tables, graphs, charts, drawings and/or diagrams. You may make a presentation board, write a report, give a presentation, and answer questions. Be creative!
YOUR PROJECT MUST BE IN CLASS, READY TO PRESENT BY Friday MAY 30th. WE WILL ALSO SHARE OUR PROJECTS ON May 31st FOR THE ‘CALLE PEATONAL.’
Sign Up Sheet Science Fair
Be sure to return this completed form to your teacher by You can do this project individually, or in a group of 2,3 or 4.
TITLE OF PROJECT___________________________________
PLEASE PRINT NEATLY
Student’s first and last name
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Partner’s first and last name (if any)
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Partner’s first and last name (if any)
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Partner’s first and last name (if any)
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Parent’s signature
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Student signature
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