IM Science Research Seminar

November 27/28, 2012

This is the holiday season; mentors may travel or become ill so be sure to communicate well

so things do not go awry.

Agenda

County-wide Presentation ReflectionDecember Classroom PresentationsResearch SourcesISEF RequirementsScience FairSLC Executive BoardG/T Parent Information Night

Research PaperTitle Page & Table of ContentsAbstractIntroduction/Background: Create an outlineMaterials & MethodsResultsDiscussionConclusionsAcknowledgmentsReferences

Introduction Outline Structure

Organize resources and note cards according to your main points.Introduction includes:

Interesting openingNeed for the researchOverview of the scientific background, prior research

Paragraph Two includes:background of your topicfoundation of your argumentdefinitions needed for clear understanding of the topic

Sentence Outline StructureFinal Paragraph

prove the need for the researchthesis statement/hypothesis/engineering goal

Main Points include:details from your SOURCES direct quotationsparaphrased ideas your voice throughout the paragraph

Points to Remember

References: DS evenly throughout, alphabetical order, 2nd line indented 5 spacesTransitions: Write a clear transition statement to connect paragraphs.Cite: All direct quotations/paraphrased information (Smith, 2005 ) or (Brown, 2007, para. 4)Format: Every A needs B and 1 needs 2 for outlinePlagiarism: Turnitin.com will identify all work from another source and will result in a 0.

Source WeavingSource Weaving is the main skill demonstrated in the writing of a

research paper. No more than TWO of the same source in a row. Never

include pages in a row with documentation from the same source;

this shows poor research and will result with a grade beginning at a “C”.

International Science & Engineering Fair (ISEF)

Rules & Procedures:Review ISEF Document Library (search online)Complete the ‘Rules Wizard’ to determine forms neededReview the guidelines for the display boardCompleted ISEF forms are due by midterms and are signed by student, parent(s), scientist, and other professionals

International Science & Engineering Fair Forms

Seminar: December 11/12, 2012

Mandatory seminarFour annotated bibliographies (last set!)Journals entriesReflection 2.1 (due Mon, Dec 3)

Time & Place of Dec. PresentationHard copy of the PPT with six slides per page (Dec 11)Include ALL updates on the PPT

Pre-outline Organizer of Literature Review/Background

Science Fair CompetitionMRHS High School Science Fair

January 30, 2013 (media center)

Howard County Science Fair Saturday, February 23, 2013 (HC School)

Baltimore Regional Science FairSaturday, March 23/24 2013 (Towson Univ)

The Intel ISEF in Phoenix, AR May 12-17, 2013

ISEF forms are due by midterm exams. Search the ISEF website and follow Rules

Wizard