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Sci/Tech Fair
Science & Technology Fair 2007
Types of Exhibits
1. Science Experiment:
- Hypothesis (what you think will happen)
- Procedure of testing and measuring
- Outcomes of experiments
- Deductions / conclusions.
2. Research Project:
- Focus of investigation. What are you looking for and why.
- Where the information (charts, samples, specimens, collections, etc.), came from
- Documentation of what was learned/discovered from what was found. (Show this in display)
3. Application of Technology:
- Name of technology used (ie: electronics, pneumatics, etc.)
- Description of how your application works (how you used the technology) and what you used it for. For example: a schematic, architecture, algorithms, processes, etc., with explanations and what they accomplish.
- Demonstration (or documentation) of your application in use.
Exhibit Display
- Each exhibit should have a 3-fold self standing Project Display Board made of sturdy corrugated cardboard, measuring 3 feet high and 4 feet wide. These may be found for purchase at Staples or Teacher supply stores. Information must be typed in at least a size 14 font with at least a size 20 font for headings.
- The original written (or narrated) work and research must be done by the student, but may be typed by the parent.
- The exhibit's Title, Student name, and age/grade must be on the display.
- The exhibit should contain the information listed above.
- In addition to the project board, the exhibit may include demonstrations, models, collections, etc., which will fit in front of it.
- Precautions should be taken to avoid accidents. Avoid fire hazards. Don't use dangerous chemicals. Don't expose dangerous electrical voltages. Animals must stay in cages. Use common sense safety precautions.
Awards:
Awards have not been determined this year as of yet.
HEARTH's website will post pictures of all displays and announce winners also.
To preregister: e-mail sjgroves@shentel.net with the following information: Student's name, age/grade, project title, is electricity needed?
You will need to pay $5.00 per project in advance of the science/technology fair.
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