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Science Fair 2024

 Introduction

It’s that time again! Every year we come to the time set aside for the science
fair, and this guide was created to help you through the entire process. But
first, why do a science fair project? Science fair projects help to promote
critical thinking, problem-solving, and research. Not only that, but it is also
interdisciplinary. This means that you do a little bit of every core subject when
you complete a science fair project. Your written portions consist of English
Language concepts. Your charts and graphs consist of mathematical concepts.
Your research of the scientists who may have worked on something similar to
your project consists of social studies/history concepts. There is so much to gain
from working through and completing a science fair project!
 Time Line

Check List Due Date Tasks

22nd Jan 2024 You have a discussion with your teachers about the
Scientific Inquiry method

23rd Jan 2024 You select your group members ( 3- 4 members each
group)

24th Jan 2024 You start your research regarding your experiment

29th Jan 2024 You submit your research proposal

30th -31st Jan 2024 You will either receive a “go ahead” or will be asked for
revisions after a discussion.

5th Feb 2024 You submit your hypothesis

Start the scientific inquiry process

Design experiment; list variables andwrite procedure.

6th Feb 2024 List and gather materials.
onwards
Conduct experiment multiple times.Record observations
and data.

Create a table, chart, or graph of the data.

13th Feb 2024 Draw conclusions. Explain how youwould improve your
experiment.

14th -16tFeb 2024 Make the project display.

19th Feb-23rd Feb Present project at science fair.

2024

Students will be working with their English teacher on proper formatting for both the abstract and the introduction to the
project. These two components will be graded.
Types of Science Projects
What is the Scientific
Method?
 Let’s Get Started!

 Generate a list of questions that intrigue you and you want to explore further.
Consider things like:
Is there a point that I can prove? Can it be proven within the timeline I have?
Is my point testable? Can I conduct an experiment about it?
Is there some data I can collect related to my
point? Are there visual items I can use for my
display?
Can I make a chart from this information?

Doing some thorough research can help you finalize a good experimental question. For instance, you
might want to explore some “Effect Questions”

 Once you've chosen a question for your project, fill in your research proposal form and seek
approval from your teacher before proceeding.
 Conduct research by utilizing resources such as books, reliable internet sources,
your science textbook, and consulting with experts you might know.
 Based on your research, predict the possible outcome of your project and explain the
 reasoning behind your hypothesis.
 Share your hypothesis with your teacher for feedback before starting your experiment.
 Compile a detailed list of all materials required for your experiment, specifying types,
sizes, brands, etc.
 Outline each step of your experiment, ensuring clarity and numbering for easy replication
by others.
 Begin your experiment, repeating it multiple times for accurate data collection.
 Record your observations and data in an Experiment Log. Additionally, take notes on
the information gathered and the outcomes achieved throughout the project.
 Utilize your senses (sight, smell, touch, etc.) to make observations during the experiment.
 Review collected data and observations to determine what occurred during the
experiment. (you may design your own format)
 Decide on the best way to present your data, such as a bar graph, line graph, chart, etc.,
and create a corresponding table or graph.
 Document the results of each test in paragraph form, using complete sentences.
 Maintain your Science Fair log book to keep a proper record of all this data (guidelines
for this log book have been provided in this document).
 Draw conclusions based on your findings. Complete your project and prepare your
project display.
Things to remember!

Remember that your experiment needs to follow the scientific process and that you need to

have one variable that you are going to change (independent variable). There are three

variables in a scientific experiment: independent, dependent, and controlled. The independent

variable is the one, and only one, variable you will change. The dependent variables are those

being observed and measured throughout the experiment. The-controlled variables are those

that remain constant and allows you, the scientist to understand how the experiment would

react under normal circumstances.

 Research Proposal Form
Group members: Ayyan Shahid, Abdullah Sarfaraz, Haider Ali, Roy Bilawal, muzammil Class: 8- T

Experiment Title:

Purpose: (What is our research question? What do we want to find out?)

Is the Dyson Sphere the future of renewable energy? We want to introduce the idea
of the dyson sphere which can be applied in the world in the future with the
advancing technologies. The purpose of us doing this project is that by surrounding
a star with a massive structure, civilizations could potentially capture and utilize a
significant portion of the star's energy output. This energy could be used to power
advanced civilizations, support vast technological infrastructure, and potentially
provide energy that is enough for the use of the whole world. This could also reduce
the rate of environmental pollution and help the Mother Nature.

Hypothesis: (What do we think might happen? Why?

We think that with the increasing rate of advancing

technology our idea coul work out and prove very
succesful in the future.
What materials do we need?

1: Heat-Resistant Materials
2: Reflective Materials
3: Advanced Robotics
4: Energy-Conversion Materials
5: Nanotechnology
6: Lightweight and Durable Materials
7: Self-Healing Materials
8: Wireless power transmission
What will be our process? (How will we find answers to our research question)

Try with our own model and tell that could it be successful or not.

The reliable resources we consulted while researching for our idea were (preliminary
research resources)

Wikepedia

Google for images a

Our own info

Log Book Checklist
 Self/Peer Assessment Evaluation
Assessment Criteria Tick ()
Title – Phrased as a question

Teamwork
 Have you assigned the roles and tasks?
 Are you empathetic with each other?
 Do you own your work as a team?
 Are you solving your problems collectively?
Introduction – 2-3-paragraph intro including cited research information
 Is there Background Information?
 Is the Background Information in the proper location?
 Is the Background Information clearly labeled using headings?
 Does the Background Information speak to the experiment topic?
Hypothesis – 1-2 sentences stating what youwill study written as an if… then… statement.
 Does the Hypothesis end with a period?
 Does the Hypothesis relate to the experiment performed?
 Does the Hypothesis answer the scientific question?
 Does the Hypothesis make sense?
Variables – Identify independent, dependent,and controlled variables.

Materials – List of all materials used including amounts.

 Is there a list of materials?
 Is the list of materials in the proper location?
 Is it difficult to read the list?
 Are all the items included that were necessary for the experiment?
Procedure – Specific, sequential, step by step.
 Is there a list of procedures?
 Is the list of procedures in the proper location? Are the procedures numbered?
 Does each procedure make sense?
 Can the list be followed to replicate the experiment?
 Is the “Gather all materials” your first procedure?
 Is “Record results” your last procedure?
Data – Graphs, pictures, charts, drawings, etc.
Analysis – Was the hypothesis proven or disproven?Did any errors affect results?

Investigation/Trials Sample Size-

 Experiment was performed more than two times or if survey data was used, data were collected from
at least 70 people.
Conclusion – Asummary to include an analysisof results.
 How can the project benefit others?
 How can it be applied to a real-life situation?
 Is the conclusion in the proper location?
 Does the conclusion end with something other than a period?
 Does the conclusion respond to the question?
  Does the conclusion fit given the hypothesis?

Difficulty/Creativity – Grade level appropriate and challenging. Testable with measurable results.

Clear Understanding – You demonstrate a clear understanding of the experiment and scientific concepts
underlying the project.
Benefit/Real-Life Application – How can the project benefits others or apply to a real-life situation? Is the solution
contributing to a specific UN SDG or not?
Abstract-
 Does your science fair project abstract include:
 Introduction
 Problem Statement
 Procedures
 Results
 Conclusions
 Did you write the abstract so that the reader is motivated to learn more about your science fair project?
Display
 Are the results on the board?
 Are the results in the proper location?
 Are the results displayed in table or graph form?
 Are the results easy to read?
 Is the table or graph constructed accurately?
 If GRAPH is the Y axis properly labeled
 If GRAPH is the X axis properly labeled
 If TABLE is used to display results, is the table properly labeled?
 Is the display neatly organized and the design pleasing?
 Are the Scientific Question, Hypothesis, Materials, Procedures, Results, and
 Conclusion labeled? Is there a Title, Is it in the proper location?
 Is the student’s name and class section below the Title?
 Are there at least 3 appealing pictures that pertain to the experiment?
Bibliography
 Is there a bibliography?
 Is the bibliography in the proper location?
 Is the bibliography clearly labeled?
 Is the bibliography accurate?
(as we don’t teach you referencing we are looking only for reference links, name of books along with authors names,
etc. to ensure you are acknowledging others work and effort.)
Log/Journal-(on the table in front of the display)
 Is there a log or journal included (scientific notes)?
 Is it handwritten?
 Is the log or journal clearly labeled?
 Does the log or journal include all results reported regarding the experiment?
Following Directions –
 Have you followed all the instructions?
 Please check your work for spelling errors!