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Honors Chemistry Name:SRP DUE DATES Period/Block:SCIENCE RESEARCH PROJECT DUE DATES

Your Science Research Project (SRP) will be evaluated and used as a part of your honors chemistry grade. Your SRP grade will be determined by your understanding of the elements of science research, the effort put forth, and your ability to meet project deadlines. YOUR SRP IS A COUNTY REQUIREMENT FOR HONORS BIOLOGY AND HONORS CHEMISTRY.

The due dates listed below are extremely important to your success. Many of the due dates are established by our regional and state science fairs and cannot be adjusted. The work has been distributed evenly to avoid many late nights and stressful weekends. It is critical that these deadlines be met so that your teacher can provide timely feedback on your efforts. Late assignments will not be accepted and will result in severe grade penalties.

Further information on each assignment will be provided. Use this as a general guide and record all of these dates in your planner. There will be additional homework assignments but these are the deadlines of major items.

SRP # Due Date Item Due Comments

A8/7/2017-LOG BOOK LABELED

Science Research Project Logbook Contents- EACH SRP 1-12 should be written in your LOGBOOK.

See assignment sheet and rubric for directions on how to set up your Science Research Logbook. Keep it neat, organized and clean.

1 8/14/2017 Project Proposal

Use SRP # 1 directions, rubrics and examples to complete your Project Proposal. Remember, this is a work in progress and revisions and changes will be made to this assignment several times before approval is granted by your teacher and/or the science department.

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(2a is not turned in yet.)

8/21/2017

Setting up the entire SRP Paper using an electronic template document.

Taking Notes from Resources/References & Citing Sources

Use SRP # 2a-b directions, rubrics and examples to complete these assignments.

THIS IS WRITTEN IN YOUR LOG BOOK – section 7, Research Notes

3 8/28/17Literature Review & References

Typed and in proper APA format. Additional information will be provided by your teacher. Use SRP # 3 directions, rubrics, and examples

4 9/6/16 Draft of Materials and Procedures

Use SRP # 4 directions and rubrics. Peer review will be done in class as well.

*SRP #5 Required ISEF Forms will be completed before you begin your research.

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Required ISEF Forms (International Science And Engineering Fair) Research Plan Attachment (goes with Form 1A)

Further instructions will be provided. Must follow directions exactly. Use SRP # 5 directions, rubrics and examples

6 9/12/17Revisions to all assignments thus far and formatted correctly in the SRP Paper that was set up with the electronic template in SRP # 2a

To include: title page, table of contents, problem statement, hypothesis, background, materials, procedures, and references. (Results and Conclusions sections will not be filled in yet)

No Science Fair Forms will be accepted for review by the SRC and IRB after October 2, 20177 9/25/17 Pictures of Set-Up and materials. Any

revisions/edits from SRP # 7More information provided by your teacher. Use SRP # 7 directions and rubric.

8 10/10/17 Logbook Check, including drafts of data tables for raw data, statistical data, and graphs/figures.

Data collection in progress. More information provided by your teacher. Use SRP # 8 directions and rubric.

9 10/23/17 Draft of Results and Conclusions, including all data tables, graphs/figures,&

More information provided by your teacher. Use SRP # 9 directions and rubric.

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statistical analysis

1010/30/17 Final logbook Check (refer to the rubric

given with ―Science Research Project Notebook Contents‖ SRP # A.

Data collection should be completed. More information provided by your teacher. Use SRP # 9 directions and rubric.

11 11/8/17 Final Paper All sections completed and in correct format. Use SRP # 11 directions and rubric.

12 11/13/17 Abstract (WORD)Abstract (ISEF document)

More information provided by your teacher. Use SRP # 12 directions and rubric.

13 11/28/17 Display Board, Final Research Paper, Logbook, 2 copies of Abstract (ISEF FORM)

More information provided by your teacher. Use SRP # 13 directions and rubric.

Team Science Research Projects

Upon approval by the teacher and selection from the science fair competition team, team projects are allowed to enter the HCSEF, GSEF, and ISEF providing that both team members are in honors chemistry. Two students is the maximum size of a team. The team members will equally split monetary prizes won at HCSEF, GSEF, and ISEF. The team must determine before the HCSEF how to distribute tangible prizes.

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SRP # A: SRP Logbook Contents Due Monday, August 7, 2017

Science Research Project Logbook Contents Directions Directions: You are required to maintain a separate logbook for your Science Research Project. Your logbook will be checked for completeness and order several times during your research. Keep in mind that you will be graded on your logbook setup, so be sure to follow all instructions carefully.

What to turn in: The logbook must be a composition book with tabs. (Post it notes are suggested for tabs.) Your Name must be on the outside cover and inside cover. (Neatly written or typed on a label). Logbook grading rubric should be placed in the folder you have for your SRP, placed in the BACK of your log

book. Number all pages of the logbook. Leave plenty of room in each section!

Please label 7 tabs with the following headings in this exact order:

1. Table of Contents

2. Experimental Design -This should include one page with the following information. This gives judges a one-page look at your experimental design. (You will complete this page later, only the tab labeled today.) Also, take a look the differences in the design processes for the scientific method and the engineering method (page 5) Problem Hypothesis Independent Variable Leave About 5-6 pages for the Experimental Design! Dependent Variable Control/Control Group Constants

3. Materials & Procedures -This will include the final list of materials and numerical procedures.

4. Data -This section will include raw data tables, charts, graphs and statistical analyses notes / work.

5. Results -This section will include your results summary & statistical analysis.

6. Conclusion -This section will include your conclusion.

7. Research Notes-This section will include any background information, research notes and articles you collected. Reference information should be included with the respective notes. (Basically, this is SRP # 2b).

The following need to be placed in a FOLDER and kept in the back of your log book:

8. Previous Drafts-All SRP assignment drafts are to be kept here for the duration of your project. Do not remove any of your previous work or grading rubrics.

9. ISEF Guidelines -Any ISEF instructions and class instructions are to be placed in this section.

10. ISEF Forms -Include copies of your completed ISEF forms as well as your abstract after the completion of the project. All Human Permission Forms go in this section (if applicable). (This is SRP #5 and # 12).

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Design Process

Both scientists and engineers contribute to the world of knowledge, but because scientists and engineers have different goals, they follow different processes. Scientists study how nature works and use the scientific method as a framework for performing experiments. To test whether an observation is true, they ask questions and develop experiments to try and answer that question. Alternatively, engineers create, build, and find solutions to problems using the creativity-based engineering design process. An engineer identifies a specific need and then creates a solution.

So which process should you use? If your project involves making observations and doing experiments, you should follow the scientific method. If you are designing or building something, you should utilize the engineering design process. But what if it is difficult to distinguish between the two? If your project is in the gray area, here’s how the two different methods stack up against each other:

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SRP # A: SRP Logbook Contents 8/7/17

Science Research ProjectLogbook Contents Rubric

You are required to maintain a separate logbook for your Science Research Project. Your logbook will be checked for completeness and order several

times during your research. Keep in mind you will be graded on your logbook setup, so be sure to follow all instructions carefully. Please take

good care of this logbook. This rubric will be used several times by you and your teacher for logbook checks.

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YourReviewGrade

PeerReviewGrade

TeacherReviewGrade

Logbook –a composition notebook with 6 tab dividers labeled and a folder placed inside the back cover exactly as directions indicate.

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Table of Contents: -tab labeled (leave 2 pages at the front of your log book for TOC

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Experimental Design: – tab labeled (Later: section includes: one page with the following: Problem, Hypothesis, IV, DV, Control group, Constants, ways of measurement/units)

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Materials & Procedures: – tab labeled (Later section includes: each revised materials list and numbered procedures as your project progresses)

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Data – tab labeled (Later section includes: all raw data and statistical data (tables, graphs/figures) and notes /work

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Results – tab labeled (Later section includes: each revised results & statistical analysis of data as your project progresses)

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Conclusions – tab labeled (Later section includes each revised conclusion as your project progresses)

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Research Notes – tab labeled (Later section includes: all reference information & respective research notes)

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FOLDER: This folder will include all class instructions, rubrics, copies of signed & approved science fair forms (The forms and abstract will be added later.)

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Name – student’s name printed on the outside cover and inside cover (neatly written or typed on label)

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This Rubric – include name, date, and block/period on rubric, placed in FRONT inside the FOLDER prior to turning in logbook

Total number of points 10

NOTE: You may make your tab dividers with post it notes, small tabs of paper and tape, paper clips with paper tabs taped. However, THE TABS MUST BE NEAT AND LEGIBLE.

Double check your work, use this rubric and score your log book set up. Then before you come to class, have a peer or a friend check over your work and this rubric. If they see mistakes, CORRECT them!

Due Monday, August 7, 2017

This page is in the packet as your reference only. The grade sheet you will turn in is with the rubrics.

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Science Research ProjectChoosing a Topic

Directions: One factor critical to the success of all science projects is the choice of a topic. This can be the most difficult part of the project and one that must be done immediately. The questions below are designed to encourage exploration of subjects that might be of interest to you. The time spent working on your project will be more interesting if you choose a topic that you like. In answering these questions, try to narrow down the area or field of science you would like to explore. For example, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Computers, Psychology, Music/Art, even food science. Remember, these areas or fields have many, many subtopics. For example, in Biology there is health and wellness, botany (plants), microbiology, cell and molecular biology (DNA/genetics), biochemistry, anatomy and physiology, ecology, etc.

1. What is your favorite hobby? How do you spend your free time? List at least five things.

2. What sports interest you? What sports to you participate in, coach, or watch?

3. What is your favorite subject in school? What specific topics do you like within this subject?

4. What labs or activities from previous classes have you enjoyed?

5. What are some of your favorite science topics?

6. What TV shows and/or movies have you seen lately that deal with ―science? What topics were in the show?

7. What interesting books have you read on a science topic?

8. What magazine do you receive at your house? Browse through them and look for science related topics. List them below.

9. What careers have you thought about?

10. To what clubs or organizations do you belong?

11. Have your parents ever done or heard of an interesting research project? What was it?

12. List all of the people you know (even remotely) who are scientists or work in a science field. What field do they work in?

13. Who is your favorite scientist? What is he/she famous for?

14. If you were being paid a million dollars to complete one year of actual science research, what problem would you like to look at or examine?

15. What issues or problems have been in the news lately that require research to define answers?

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SRP # 1: Experimental Design Proposal Due Monday, August 14, 2017

Science Research ProjectExperimental Design Proposal

Directions: Complete the following sections regarding your science project proposal. Model your SRP # 1 assignment after this document or simply use it as a template for your specific project proposal. Use the bullet points to guide your proposal writing and simply put the information below each heading. Make sure to number your procedure list. The work is expected to be written in your log book, in the Experimental Design section. Do not include any personal pronouns in your assignment (i.e. I, you, we, my). You may not start your research/experiment until the assignment has been graded and approved by your teacher and/or school’s SRP committee/Science Department.

TOPIC CATEGORY: Refer to ISEF Guidelines to determine which scientific/competition category your project best fits. ISEF website: https://student.societyforscience.org/intel-isef-categories-and-subcategories

TITLE: The title should describe your experiment. It may be in the form of a question, or a statement. Example:

o How does _________ affect ___________?I.V. D.V.

o The Effect of ___________ on ______________.I.V. D.V.

For an Engineering Project: Identify a need, expressed as a goal.

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM/PURPOSE: What is the question you are trying to answer, or the problem you are trying to solve? (this may be similar to

the title) In addition to writing the problem, give a brief description of why the problem is scientifically significant.

The purpose of the experiment/research.

This is the same process for an Engineering Project: You identified the NEED in the title. Here the need should be described in a simple statement that includes what you are designing (the product), who it is for (customer), what need does it satisfy (problem to solve), and how does it improve previous designs (easier to use, less expensive, more efficient, safer). HYPOTHESIS:

What is the prediction, or guess, about the outcome of the experiment? Is the prediction logical? Is the hypothesis high school level? ** No I, you, we This statement should be written in future tense, using an “If/then” or prediction format.

For an Engineering Project: determine how you will solve the problem.

INDEPENDENT VARIABLE: What will be changed/altered in the experiment?

DEPENDENT VARIABLE: What will be measured? Include how the dependent variable will be measured, and in what metric units?

Helpful Hint: How does __________________ affect _________________? (independent variable) (dependent variable)

For an Engineering Project: establish design criteria and constraints.

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Design criteria are requirements you specify that will be used to make decisions about how to build and evaluate the product. Criteria define the product’s physical and functional characteristics and must be declared as a measurable quantity. Some examples of measurable criteria include length (in cm, km, etc.); mass (in mg, kg, etc.); velocity (in m/sec, km/hr., etc.); and ruggedness (able to withstand an impact force of x Newtons). Some examples of measurable accuracy include, ‘…fewer than y errors per m/Sec…’ or ‘…fewer than z particles per liter of fluid….’

Constraints are factors that limit the engineer’s flexibility. Some typical constraints are cost, time, and knowledge; legal issues; natural factors such as topography, climate, raw materials; and where the product will be used. Good designs will meet important design criteria within the limits fixed by the constraints. Good designs are also economical to make and use because cost is always a design constraint!

CONTROL GROUP: What will be used as a standard for comparison? The control is the standard to which all experimental groups

are compared. The control represents the “normal” situation, or the condition that is typically used and not altered in any

way.

For an Engineering Project: evaluate alternative designs. Your research into possible solutions will reveal what has been done to satisfy similar needs. You’ll discover where knowledge and science limit your solutions, how previous solutions may be improved, and what different approaches may meet design objectives. You should consider at least two or three alternative designs and consider using available technology, modifying current designs, or inventing new solutions. Superior work will demonstrate tradeoff analyses such as comparing the strength vs. cost of various bridge-building materials. It’s important to document in your project notebook how you chose and evaluated alternative designs. Can you defend your choices to the judges?

CONSTANTS: What things in the testing environment will stay the “same” for all parts of your experiment?

This is the same for an Engineering Project.

LITERATURE REVIEW: Information to include here should come from related literature (sources/references) about your topic to determine relevant subtopics, as well as previous research and/or experiments conducted by others on your topic. Based on the above, address the following so you can continue to develop your experimental design further:

What topics and subtopics will be researched in the library, or using on-line databases? What background information is needed to design your experiment? This may be in the form of questions that need to be researched to support the experimental problem.

This is the same for an Engineering Project. However, see “evaluate alternative designs” above.

PROCEDURES: Will be included LATER!

__________________________________________________________________________________________________Things to remember before presenting the proposal to your teacher:

1- Is the answer to your problem/question already known? Can the answer be found in a textbook, or science article? If YES, your project will not be approved.

2- Do you think this proposal idea is interesting to others? 3- Can the problem be experimentally tested and/or tested safely? 4- Can the results be presented in metric units? 5- Are the materials & equipment readily available to you, or do you need to purchase some items? How much will this cost? Where will I get the items? 6- Is the experiment repeatable? Keep in mind that at least 15, or more, trials per variable/condition will need to be completed to make the results statistically valid.

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7- Can the experiment be completed in the fall or winter months? If not, you will need to plan ahead, get early approval from the school’s SRP committee/Science Department, and begin your experiment early.8- You may need to follow additional teacher guidelines instructing you to get signatures/suggestions from other teachers. FOLLOW DIRECTIONS!!

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SRP # 2a: Setting up the SRP Paper using an Electronic Template Document Due 8/21/2017SRP

Setting up the SRP Paper using an Electronic Template Document

Dear Student and/or Parent:The SRP Paper, from start to finish, is a continuous, flowing document and additions and edits are made to this document throughout the project.

Your teacher can provide you with an electronic template to help you set up your SRP Paper document. You can model your SRP Paper document after this example, or simply use the electronic version as your template, which is HIGHLY suggested.

Your SRP Paper document is a work in progress and each SRP assignment builds on the next and is placed in this continuous document. You will not (for the most part) have single documents for each SRP assignment; they will mostly be placed into this document.

For example, SRP # 3, Literature Review, is placed on the appropriate pages of the document template and saved. Then, SRP # 4, Materials and Procedures are placed on the appropriate pages of the document template and saved. SRP # 6, a revision and final copy of the materials and procedures is simply asking you to revise within the document and save…. SRP # 6 is not separate from SRP # 4…it is simply a revision of # 4 within the same document. Likewise, SRP # 7 is a revision of all SRP assignments done thus far……….so, open your continuous document you have been working on and make sure all edits/revisions are complete and saved. If you do not understand this, please see your teacher immediately.

How to use the electronic template to set up your continuous SRP Paper Document: 1. Open up the SRP Paper template document that your teacher gave to you.

2. Save this document using SAVE AS in the following manner:

Your first name your last name SRPpapertemplate.doc Ex: JohnSmithSRPpapertemplate.doc

3. Make sure the margins are still 1 inch on all sides and that there are page numbers in the upper right corner, except for page 1. If there is a page number on page 1, go to insert page numbers and deselect page 1 so it does not show on your document. Page 1 should be the title page and you do not want a page number on it. So, page 2 should be the Table of Contents and it should have a 2 in the upper right hand corner.

4. If you followed the directions above (#1-3), then your SRP Paper document will be very easy to maintain and edit because all the formatting has been done for you. Now, you just have to fill in the pages with the required information. This is where all the SRP assignments come in. Each assignment will tell you how to fill in the pages of this continuous SRP document.

You do not turn in SRP # 2a (yet)!

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SRP # 2b: Taking Research/Reference/Resource Notes & Citing Sources 8/21/2017Science Research Project

Taking Research Notes (Part I) and Citing Sources/References (Part II)Directions: Part I: The following list contains directions and Hints/Tips for Taking Notes from your Sources/References (i.e. the Literature that you are reviewing/reading and MAY use in your Literature Review section of your SRP Paper).

All of your notes from reading/reviewing related literature (references/sources) should be recorded in the following manner: 1. All notes are to be written in your log book (section 7) using the Resource Information Sheet as a guide. 2. All notes need to be a summary of what is found in each source/reference. These notes may range from a paragraph to several pages. The idea is to summarize as much relevant information as possible for each source.3. Some sources may repeat information that has already been read and summarized; continue to repeat writing the information. Information that is repeated in several sources can be considered to be very reliable. In your Literature Review section of your SRP Paper, you will mention that the same findings were found in several sources and you can list those sources because you have taken proper notes denoting this. 4. Things to look for while taking notes on each of your sources:

Previous research done within your topic or sub-topics What is already known about the area or field of research within your topic/sub-topics Define unfamiliar terms that are relevant to your experiment Explain unique procedures that might be required in your experiment See how your project/experiment relates to or expands on previous research

5. Do not copy statements down word for word. Summarize ideas and record facts that are relevant to your topic/sub topic and experiment.6. If you are taking a direct quote from a source, be sure to copy it exactly and place it within quotation marks so that you will remember that it was a direct quote. 7. A minimum of 5 sources (references) needs to be used and mentioned (cited) in your Literature Review section of the SRP Paper. So, initially taking information from MORE THAN 5 sources is best in case you do not use some information. Remember, 5 sources are the MINIMUM.8. What are valid, scientific sources (references)? Your source is valid if you can find in your source:

Author’s name and publish date is readily apparent. Journal articles found in scientific magazines. Source is recent or no more than 9 years old.

o NOTE: Only one specialized encyclopedia may be used. **Some examples of invalid sources are: Google, Askjeeves.com, Galileo*, and general encyclopedias, such as Americana. You may use wiki as a starting point, but you need to follow their links and references...you cannot simply cite wiki as a primary source. (*Galileo is a search base, not a source)9. Numerically catalog each summary and source (1-5). For example, the first source/reference you look at and take notes from will be # 1, the second will be # 2 and so on. This way, if you have multiple pages of notes, you do not have to write the source info again, just simply put 1 or 2, etc.10. Suggestions for gathering information from sources other than printed or web sources:

Contact manufacturers of products involved in your research. Manufacturers are listed in the Consumer Resource Handbook in your school’s library or science department.

Contact associations of people interested in your topic. Call County/State/Federal government agencies of offices. Phone numbers for most offices can be found

online. Ask them to send you any information they might have on your subject or if they can put you in touch with someone else.

E-mail faculty members at local colleges and universities to ask for advice and information.

Directions: Part II:

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All assignments throughout the year are to include a proper references page (previously called Bibliography) using the APA documentation style. Below are the guidelines you should follow and examples of how to write references.

All citations within the text and reference entries are to follow the form given in The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (Fifth Edition).

The following Internet sites will also be helpful: www.citationmachine.nethttp://owl.english.purdue.edu/ http://www.liu.edu/cwis/cwp/library/workshop/citation.htm http://www.crk.umn.edu/library/links/apa5th.htm http://www.docstyles.com/apacrib.htm

Use the following rules and examples to help you: Rules for Referencing Books: 1. last name first alphabetized by first letter 2. first initial followed by a period 3. double space, then date of publication in parentheses, then period and double space 4. complete title and subtitle (if there is one) italicized, with only the first letter of each part capitalized 5. title and subtitle separated by colon and one space 6. period and double space after title 7. place of publication, colon, one space, name of publisher, period

Rules for Referencing Journal Articles: Note: Pay attention to the features of this basic reference to a journal: 1. last name and initial as for a book reference 2. year of publication 3. title of article in lowercase, except for first word; title not underlined or in quotes 4. title of journal in italics 5. volume number in italics, issue number (if there is one) in parentheses and italics, followed by comma 6. page numbers, followed by period.

Rules for Referencing Internet and Electronic Sources: Citing of Internet sources is not yet completely set forth. At the very least when you cite an online source you must include the URL and entire address.

Rules for Parenthetical Citations: Parenthetical citations occur within the text of the SRP Paper (mostly in the Literature Review section and some in the results and conclusions sections). They are used to reference or “cite” information that is not common knowledge. The author’s last name and date of the source complete the reference.

SRP # 2b: Taking Research/Reference/Resource Notes & Citing Sources 8/21/2017Resource Information Sheet for Research Note-Taking

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Directions: Use this template to take research notes. The following template is to be used with SRP # 2b. Write the information applicable to your source; (some criteria may not be available). Model this format or use this document as a template for all of your notes for each source.

For each PRINTED source, please do the following: PRINTED SOURCE = Book, “Full Text” PDF, Journal, Pamphlet, Periodical, Specialty Encyclopedia (only allowed to use one).

Information needed for EACH PRINTED source:Source #: ______________ Title of Source: Article Title within Source: Page Number(s) information is found: Author(s) or Editor(s): Publisher: Place of Publication (City, State, Country): Publishing or Copyright Date: Volume / Edition #: Article Date (for journals): ____ Volume # _____ Issue # _____ Article Date (for newspapers): _____ Edition / Section / Page #: _____ Write notes you found in resource:

Directions: For each WEB source, please do the following: WEB SOURCE = articles in Online Databases, Internet Publications

Prohibited web sources are: Ask Jeeves, Encyclopedia Americana, Encyclopedia Britannica, Wikipedia, and World Book. You may use Wiki to get started, but follow their sources for your information, do not cite or reference Wikipedia as a primary source.Information needed for EACH WEB source: Source #: ______________ Web Address / URL: Web Page / Article / Journal Title: Website Title: Database Name (i.e. InfoTrac, etc.) Online Service (i.e. Google): Author(s): Organization (corporate site): Date the page / site was created or revised: Date (you) accessed the information: Volume # ___ and Issue # ___ (for online journals): Write notes found in resource

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SRP # 3: Writing the Literature Review 8/28/2017Science Research Project

Writing the Literature Review Section of the SRP PaperDirections: This section can be called Literature Review, Background Information, Background Research or Introduction. Basically, you have already gathered, reviewed and taken notes on a lot of literature (sources/references) on your topic. Now, you need to put together a “review” or summary of all the information, making sure to use information that pertains to your specific experiment/project. This will be typed on the appropriate pages of your continuous SRP Paper Document that you set up in SRP # 2a. It should have at least 1000 words and includes three major components:

1. Introduction of your topic (refer to notes from SRP # 2b) 1st and possibly 2nd paragraph of the Lit. Review section of your SRP Paper document. Introduces the topic and motivates the reader to care about this problem. The introductory paragraph(s) should very generally describe what your paper will discuss and should end in a very

specific thesis statement (main idea). Introduction should be about ¼ of the Literature Review section of your SRP Paper.

2. Supporting Paragraphs (refer to notes from SRP # 2b) After the introduction paragraph(s) - these are your “body” or supporting paragraphs Describe what is known about the problem by citing previous research (methods, results) in the field Examine the problem and select relevant sub-problems to discuss. Each sub problem is a paragraph. You may want to use the box method to help you organize your paragraphs before you write. See diagram below. Supporting Paragraphs should be about ½ of the Literature Review section of your SRP Paper.

“Box Method” of organizing the supporting paragraphs

Get some 3 x 5-inch index cards On each card, write a sub-topic that needs to be included in the body portion of the paper. This may be

something discovered during note-taking while reading literature in SRP# 2, or a part of the experimental design. Each of these “sub-topic” represents a part or paragraph of the Literature Review section of your SRP Paper.

Once all of the important sub-topics have been written on cards, organize the cards in a way that logically “flows.” Each of these cards can represent one, or more, supporting paragraphs.

Remember that each paragraph needs to flow into the next; so transition sentences and phrases need to be used.

3. Brief description of your experiment (Refer to SRP #1) The last paragraph in your Lit. Review section of your SRP Paper should briefly describe your experiment. Summarize your approach including the purpose, statement of the problem, hypothesis, IV, DV, control group, most

important constants, and a brief description of your procedure. Do not just copy and paste your entire procedure for this paragraph.

Avoid “first do this, and then do this…” Include how your project differs from previous research. This Paragraph should be about ¼ of the Literature Review section of your SRP Paper.

Introduction & thesis (Paragraph 1, and possibly 2 of the Literature Review section of the SRP paper)

Previous Knowledge- sub-topic 1 (Paragraph 3)

Previous Knowledge- sub-topic 2 (Paragraph 4)

Previous Knowledge- sub-topic 3 (Paragraph 5)

Continue until you have covered all relevant info in the literature you have read and the notes that you have taken (SRP # 2). Last Paragraph should be a brief description of your experiment.

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Recap: The most general information for your topic goes first Information more specific to your experiment next previous research specific to your topic One paragraph summarizing your approach.

General formatting: If you set up your SRP Paper using the template, most formatting will already be done for you!!

You will be graded on formatting as well as content 1” margins all around Times New Roman font, double-spaced, 12 pt. size of font Write in passive voice: “Distilled water was added …” instead of “I added distilled water …” No, repeat no , personal pronouns – I, we, my, you, etc. Write out numbers such as “three studies” but not “5 mL”. No contractions such as can’t, won’t, etc. Spell out all abbreviations the first time you use them, i.e. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), then use the

abbreviations. Write scientific names correctly, i.e., Canis lupis or Canis lupis. Indent paragraphs 5 spaces. Use correct paragraph construction (topic sentences, supporting statements, closing

statement). Use statements instead of questions. Proof read! If you need help be sure to see your teacher before the due date.

Citations: Save all citations now as you are writing the Literature Review Section of your SRP Paper. Everything in the literature review section must be cited to avoid being accused of plagiarism. Citation and reference format is in APA (American Psychology Association) format, newest edition Everything must be referenced (cited) by last name of author and year of publication place in parentheses in a

format called parenthetical citations. (additional directions are located in SRP # 2b) One author: (Jones, 2008). Two authors: (Watson and Crick, 2001) More than two authors: (Kernis, Cornell, Sun, Berry, & Harlow, 2007) then use (Kernis et. al., 2007) for later citations

In text: “Chaudry (2008) studied the effects of ...”References:

An excellent source for all of your reference formatting questions: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/

You can also refer back to SRP # 2b You need at least 5 sources. You can read encyclopedias and wiki’s to learn about your topic, but these are not

acceptable for scientific references. No general encyclopedias (i.e. World Book, Britannica, Americana, etc.) No wikis (i.e. Wikipedia) although you can follow their links to other sources. No more than one specialty encyclopedia (Ex. Encyclopedia of Solar Technology) No more than 3 Internet sources. Scientific journal articles that are retrieved on line are not considered Internet sources and can be used.

Use APA style. List alphabetically by author’s last name. The following are examples from the APA website. Do not include the reference type listed before each example.

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REFERENCESJournal article: Fine, M. A., & Kurdek, L. A. (1993). Reflections on determining authorship credit and authorship order on faculty-

student collaborations. American Psychologist, 48, 1141–1147. Book: Nicol, A. A. M., & Pexman, P. M. (1999). Presenting your findings: A practical guide for creating tables.

Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. Book chapter: O'Neil, J. M., & Egan, J. (1992). Men's and women's gender role journeys: Metaphor for healing, transition, and

transformation. In B. R. Wainrib (Ed.), Gender issues across the life cycle (pp.107-123). New York: Springer.Internet source with no author: New child vaccine gets funding boost. (2001). Retrieved March 21, 2001, from http://news.ninemsn.com.au/health/story_13178.asp.

NOTE the 2nd line and all subsequent lines of a source is indented. The first line stretches from margin to margin.

Submit your paper to TURN IT IN ( www.turnitin.com )

SRP # 4: Draft of Materials & Procedures 9/5/2017Science Research Project

Draft of Materials & ProceduresDirections: Written in Log book, section 3. This is a DRAFT and will be edited several times as you do more research and actually perform the experiment. Mark through (Line through) your previous work after every edit session.

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1. MATERIALS: your materials list should be in the following format and should include all of the items listed below.

o do not number items o size and number of each item listed o specific names and/or scientific names included o all measurements in metric units o heading capitalized, centered, underlinedo all words spelled correctly

2. PROCEDURES: your procedures should be written in the following format and should include all of the items listed below

numbered steps Each action written as a different step (ex. 1. Fill 100 mL beaker with 25 mL of H2O2. 2. Measure 25

mL of catalase into a 50 mL graduated cylinder. 3. Pour the 25 mL of H2O2 into the beaker.) Do not write in paragraph form Write your procedure so that another student or researcher could reproduce your experiment exactly Procedure steps include all equipment used in the experimental set-up Procedure steps include an exact description of how measurements will be taken Do not write your procedure in 1st person (no I, We, You) Include enough repeated trials in your procedure, this will depend on your particular experiment,

more is better. (15 trials is the absolute minimum) Identify a control Describe constants and plan for uniform conditions for all trials Heading capitalized, centered, underlined All words spelled correctly

***Each section should be labeled with a heading. The heading should be written in all caps and underlined. WHEN YOU TYPE THIS in your paper later, double space below each heading. No bold letters should be anywhere on the materials or procedure pages of your document.

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SRP # 5: ISEF Forms and Research Plan 9/5/2017

Science Research ProjectISEF Forms and Research Plan

Rules, Guidelines, Rules Wizard, and Forms Overview can be found at:https://student.societyforscience.org/international-rules-pre-college-science-research

The Intel ISEF Rules Wizard asks a series of questions about your planned project and will provide a list of forms that you need to complete. The required forms can be found at: https://student.societyforscience.org/intel-isef-forms All Forms must be completed in Blue ink if hand written. (May be typed on the computer and signed /dated in Blue ink.)

1. All students must complete the following forms: 1, 1A, 1B, Research Plan Attachment, and 3 Checklist for Adult Sponsor/Safety Assessment Form (1) Student Checklist (1A) Research Plan (You type this out using the template in Appendix A on page 46, also see rubric on 23) Approval Form (1B) – each team member must have this form. Risk Assessment Form (3)

2. The Research Plan should be typed and attached to the Student Checklist (1A) it includes the following: (See Appendix A, page 46, for an electronic template that you can just fill out. See rubric on page 23)

Statement of the Problem; Question being addressed Hypothesis OR Engineering Goals (if applicable)

Procedures & Data Analysis– Detail all procedures and experimental design used for data collection and describe the procedures you will use to analyze the data (include statistical/mathematical tests) that answers the research question or hypothesis

Human research must include risk statement and copies of surveys if used. For vertebrate animal research, you must briefly discuss POTENTIAL ALTERNATIVES and present a detailed

justification for use of vertebrate animals. References

At least 5 major references from your library research (Note that ISEF specify at least 5 references.) Animal Care plan if animals are used in the research, including an animal care reference.

3. Areas of Research involving Human Subjects, Vertebrate Animals, Potentially Hazardous Biological Agents and Hazardous Chemicals, Activities & Devices have specific requirements that are to be included in the Research Plan. Refer to the Research Plan description on page 31 of the Forms document: http://www.societyforscience.org/isef/document/index.asp

Students completing a project in the areas listed must also complete additional forms.

Human Subjects : Required forms 1, 1A, Research Plan, 1B, and 4 –Human Subjects Form and UGHS Informed Consent Form Copies of Surveys (if used) 1C – Registered Research Institutional/Industrial Setting Form (if you are working in a lab outside of the school setting) 2 – Qualified Scientist Form – if applicable

Nonhuman Vertebrate Animals: Required forms 1, 1A, Research Plan, 1B, and 1C – Registered Research Institutional/Industrial Setting Form, if applicable 2 – Qualified Scientist Form 5A – Vertebrate Animal Form (research at a non-regulated site) 5B – Vertebrate Animal Form (research at a regulated research institution)

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Potentially Hazardous Biological Agents: Required forms 1, 1A, Research Plan, 1B, and (previously classified as pathogenic and potentially pathogenic agents, recombinant DNA, and human and vertebrate animal tissues) 3 – Risk Assessment, if applicable 6A – PHBA Risk Assessment Form 6B – Human and Vertebrate Tissue Form - for all studies involving body fluids and tissues 2 – Qualified Scientist Form – if applicable 1C – Registered Research Institutional/Industrial Setting Form (if you are working in a lab outside school setting)

Hazardous Chemicals, Activities or Devices: Required forms 1, 1A, Research Plan, 1B, and 2 – Qualified Scientist Form 3 – Risk Assessment Form 1C – Registered Research Institutional/Industrial Setting Form (if you are working in a lab outside school setting)

4. The following forms require signatures BEFORE they can be submitted to the SRC/IRB review committees:

1 – Checklist for Adult Sponsor/Safety Assessment Form requires Teacher (as Adult Sponsor) signature 1B – Approval Form requires Teacher (as Adult Sponsor), Student, and Parent signatures 1C – Registered Research Institutional/Industrial Setting Form requires supervising Scientist signature after research is complete 2 – Qualified Scientist Form requires Qualified Scientist signature 3 – Risk Assessment Form requires Qualified Scientist signature or Designated Supervisor 4 – Human Subject Form requires Teacher signature and requires School Administrator Form UGHS Informed Consent Form requires Adult Sponsor signature 5A –Vertebrate Animal Form (research at a Non-Regulated Research site) may require Veterinarian and Designated Supervisor signatures 5B – Vertebrate Animal Form (research at a Regulated Research Institution) form completed by Qualified Scientist or Principal Investigator 6A—Potentially Hazardous Biological Agents Risk Assessment Form requires Certifying Authority or Qualified Scientist signature 6B – Human and Vertebrate Animal Tissue Form

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...Research Plan for Form 1A Follow the directions on page 2 of Form 1A:

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SRP # 6: Edits to SRP Paper 9/12/2017Science Research Project

Edits to SRP PaperDirections: You set up your SRP Paper 8/21/2017 (SRP 2a) Open up your continuous SRP Paper Document and begin typing all sections you have already completed. Be sure that all suggestions from your teacher/peers have been completed and that you have followed the guidelines below.

Pay close attention to the Table of Contents page and make sure your page numbers are correct. If you have made any major changes to your title, statement of the problem, hypothesis, literature review, materials, procedures or references since you began, make sure those major changes are reflected in your SRP Paper.

You should be able to complete the following:

Title Page Table of Contents Statement of the Problem Hypothesis Literature Review

The following should be started as soon as you get your science fair forms back:Materials Procedures Results (this section will be empty until experimentation is complete) Conclusions (this section will be empty until experimentation is complete)

References –you can begin this NOW.

Paper Format (this should already be formatted for you if you have been using the SRP Paper template document) 1. Typed on 8 ½ x 11 paper 2. Font size should be 12 Times New Roman 3. Margins = 1" on all sides. 4. Page numbers go in the upper right hand corner (1" from the top). No page number on the first page (first page is considered to be the Title Page, so your table of contents page should be page 2). 5. Center and underline headings [ Ex: STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM.] Triple space after headings.

Contents of Paper 1. Title Page

Title is placed 3 inches from the top and is written in ALL CAPS. If it is more than one line it should be double-spaced and the first line should be the longest. (This formatting has already been set up in the electronic template.) Most titles should start with the words "The Relationship Between… " or ‘The Effect of…….” Two inches below the title the word "by" is centered and then:

Your Name

Honors Chemistry

K Gwaltney

Date the paper is due

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2. TABLE OF CONTENTS includes all your headings and .........page number does not include ABSTRACT underline heading [ Ex: TABLE OF CONTENTS] use periods between item and page number

Example - Statement of the Problem...............................….......................................3

Hypothesis…………………………….....................................................4

Literature Review………………………………………………….…….5

Materials…………………………………………………………………9

Procedures………………………………………………………………10

Results…………………………………………………………………...13

Conclusion………………………………………………………………15

References……………………………………………………………….17

3. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM Make sure this is in the form of a question.

4. HYPOTHESIS (Follow engineering protocol with engineering projects.)If/Then and absolutely no I, we, you, etc. (Engineering project does not need to use if/then) 5. LITERATURE REVIEW Make all revisions indicated by your teacher /peers on your first draft, all previous versions, and grade sheets.

6. MATERIALS List all the materials used. This is not a paragraph.Example - 3 500 ml glass beakers

1 centigrade thermometer

7. PROCEDURES

List the steps to conduct your experiment so that another person could duplicate it. The steps must be numbered. This is not a paragraph.

8. RESULTS This section will be blank until you actually have results. This section is to also include all tables, charts, graphs (figures), and statistical analysis.

9. CONCLUSIONS

This section will be blank until you have analyzed your results and performed statistical analysis. You should be referring back to your Literature Review in your conclusion.

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10. REFERENCES

All sources used and cited within the literature review section should be included in an alphabetical listing. In your final paper you must have 5 SOURCES.

SRP #6 Not graded yet.SRP # 7: Pictures of Set-Up and Materials 9/25/2017

Science Research ProjectPictures of Set-Up and Materials

Directions: This SRP assignment is designed to make you set up your experiment and think about all of the things you will need to run the experiment. This may include equipment, solutions, disposables, labeling supplies, a place to conduct the experiment, and anything else you might need.

What to turn in: 1. At least five photographs (not pictures from the web) of your set-up and materials. 2. Captions for each photograph describing what the picture is showing. 3. Citations for each photograph naming the person who took the photo. (One caption for all is acceptable if one person took all of the photos.)

Example: Photograph taken by John Smith All photographs taken by John Smith

Note: This assignment is not designed to be turned in electronically. It takes too long for teachers to download all pictures from each student. If your teacher requires you to turn in SRP assignments electronically, this one is an exception and should be turned in as a hard copy on the due date with the rubric below.

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SRP # 8: Logbook Check / Draft of Data 10/10/2017

Science Research ProjectLogbook Check / Draft of Data

Directions: This SRP assignment is designed to make sure you have been keeping up with your logbook and that it is neat and complete. This is a “check” and your teacher will make suggestions/comments about what you need to do to get your logbook ready for your final logbook check. This assignment is also designed to check that you have devised correct tables, charts, and graphs/figures for your data collection and statistical analysis plan.

What to turn in: 1. Your SRP Logbook (make sure you meet all requirements as laid out in the Logbook Contents and Logbook Rubric SRP a. 2. Behind the Data section in your notebook, please include DRAFT copies of all tables/charts, graphs/figures, including your statistical analysis plan. (How you will make sure your data is valid. A survey of statistical models is appropriate.)

Note: See guidelines below for explanations about Tables and Graphs. You may print tables and graphs and tape/glue them in your log book. You may tape/glue in photos of your project-BUT THAT IS ALL! Nothing else can be taped/glued in you log book.

TABLES Make a table(s) for your raw data as well as a summary of the statistics done.

Your raw data goes in the data section of your notebook, but NOT in the results section of your SRP Paper. ONLY the summary of statistics goes in the results section of the SRP Paper and on your Display Board.

Columns and rows must be straight and neat (typed).

Headings (with UNITS) are required on all columns and rows.

Titles go above the table, typed in ALL CAPS Ex: TABLE 1: PLANT HEIGHT (cm) VERSUS LIGHT EXPOSURE

Statistics for Science Research: Hints, Tips, Examples

Think about what your data means.

Scientists analyze data collected in an experiment to look for patterns or relationships among variable. If we think we see a pattern or a relationship, we must complete one more step before we can be sure of the results. In order to determine that the patterns we observe are real, and not due to chance and our own preconceived notions, we must test the perceived pattern for significance. Statistical analysis allows scientists to test whether or not patterns are real, and not due to chance or preconceived notions of the observer. We can never be 100% sure, but we can set some level of certainty to our observations. A level of certainty accepted by most scientists is 95%. We will be using tests that allow us to say we are 95% confident in our results.

GRAPHS Can be either a line graph or a bar graph. Line graphs show trends or relationships. Bar graphs are used for comparison.

Do not make line or bar graphs for RAW data. Only graph the means (averages) for each variable or condition you are testing, as well as the control group (s).

The independent variable goes on the X-axis; the dependent variable goes on the Y-axis. Label axes with names and units. Include a key.

Titles go below the graph, typed in ALL CAPS Ex: FIGURE 1: PLANT HEIGHT (cm) VERSUS LIGHT EXPOSURE

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Use software packages to create graphs when possible. No graphs are to be done on loose leaf paper with hand drawn lines. SRP # 9: Draft of Results and Conclusions 10/23/2017

Science Research ProjectDraft of Results and Conclusions (Including Data/Statistical Analysis, Tables, Graphs)

Directions: In your logbook and add in your SRP Research Paper text for the Results and Conclusions sections. Be sure to follow the guidelines below. Your results section should include data tables (mean or average values, NOT raw data), as well as statistical tables and graphs.

RESULTSThe results section of your SRP Paper includes the 3 parts listed below:

Summary The Results section is a Summary of the data/statistical tests in paragraph form and should include at least the following items:

o Topic Sentence o Identification of Variables and Control Group o Whether the data (DV) was qualitative (continuous) or quantitative (nominal or ordinal). o A description of the statistics done (what tests did you do? T-test, ANOVA, Chi-square, Pearson R

correlation, etc.) o Include the numbers for the means (averages) for each group. Ex: “The means for organic and inorganic

fertilizer were 23.6 cm and 35.6 cm, respectively.” o State the null hypothesis. o State whether the null hypothesis was accepted or rejected. o Remember hypotheses are accepted or rejected based on the P value only.

“The means of the experimental groups were significantly different (P<0.05).” “The __ group was statistically different from the control with a P<0.01).” “There was no statistically significant difference between the means of ____ and _____ (P>0.05).”

o Whether the alternative hypothesis was supported or not supported. The alternative hypothesis is your original hypothesis – Make sure you review your original hypothesis and do not change it to match your experimental outcome.

o You should refer to your statistical table(s) (no raw data) For example: “As shown in Table 1…” Make sure your table is labeled Table 1 (or 2, etc.) with a descriptive table mentioning the IV and DV. Ex: Table 1: Put title here….

o Refer to your graph in the same way, except graphs are called Figures and their titles are on the bottom of the graph. Ex: Figure 1: Put title here….

o This section should be 1-2 pages.

TABLES o Make a table(s) for your raw data as well as a summary of the statistics done o Your raw data goes in the data section of your notebook, but NOT in the results section of your SRP

Paper. ONLY the summary of statistics goes in the results section of the SRP Paper and on your Display Board.

o Columns and rows must be straight and neat (typed). o Headings (with UNITS) are required on all columns and rows. o Titles go above the table, typed in ALL CAPS

Ex: TABLE 1: PLANT HEIGHT (cm) VERSUS LIGHT EXPOSURE.

GRAPHS o Can be either a line graph or a bar graph. Line graphs show trends or relationships.

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Bar graphs are used for comparison. o Do not make line or bar graphs for RAW data. Only graph the means (averages) for each variable

or condition you are testing, as well as the control group (s).

o The independent variable goes on the X-axis; the dependent variable goes on the Y-axis. Label axes with names and units. Include a key. Titles go below the graph, typed in ALL CAPS

Ex: FIGURE 1: PLANT HEIGHT (cm) VERSUS LIGHT EXPOSURE o Use software packages to create graphs when possible. No graphs are to be done on loose leaf

paper with hand drawn lines.

Tables and Graphs go after your Results Summary text.

CONCLUSIONS

The conclusions section of your SRP Paper includes the items listed below:

What was the purpose/significance of the experiment? Claim: –Was the experimental (alternative) hypothesis supported or note supported? (never proved!) Give Evidence for the claim—refer to the data and statistical tests. This is an important explanation—the main purpose of the conclusion. Explain how the data support the claim. Never leave it up to your reader to draw connections. Tell us the science behind why the IV had this effect (or lack thereof) on the DV. Use the evidence in the Literature Review section of your SRP Paper to support your conclusions. That is why you wrote the Literature Review…so, refer back to it!! If applicable, stating and explaining the mathematical relationship between the IV and DV. Brief analysis of uncertainty Systematic error? Random error? Analysis of limitations - limitations of the instrumentation/methods available Generalizability of results – can your results be generalized to all humans, all insects, all types of sports balls, all foods that contain vitamin C, …? Future Directions. Improvements to the procedure, sample size, etc. (be realistic) Improvements to the statistical analysis Questions raised from your research (future direction for research in this area) This section should be 1-3 pages.

Tips: Refer to your aims/hypothesis – do not lose sight of the goal! Never make a claim without evidence from your experiment or several other previous experiments. Take yourself out of it. No third person (No ‘I”), no subjective statements. Do not be afraid to admit that your hypothesis wasn’t supported! Some of the greatest discoveries come when the results are unexpected. If your hypothesis is not supported, do not use the evaluation purely to explain why the experiment “failed.” instead, consider what might have gone wrong, or why the IV really had no effect on the DV, as well as what new directions you might go in, assuming that you didn’t “mess up.” Don’t overstate the significance of your findings, but do admit to success! Be concise. This is not creative writing class. Stick to the facts and findings and relate it back to your Literature Review (what other experiments or research has documented in the past).

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SRP # 9: Final Logbook Check 10/30/2017Science Research Project

Final Logbook CheckAll sections of the logbook should be neat, complete and labeled. Your name should appear on the front and inside. All previous drafts with rubrics and current/final versions should be filed away in your back folder. Tabs should also be neat and legible. If they are not, replace the tabs.

If you have any questions about these guidelines, please see your teacher BEFORE the logbook check is due. Students should have corrected issues with their logbooks using the suggestions given by the teacher in SRP # 8.

SRP # 13: Final SRP Paper 11/30/2016Science Research Project

Final SRP Paper

How to complete and submit the Final SRP Paper:

If you have been following directions throughout this process, you have already completed all revisions given to you by your teacher and/or peers. Just read over your entire SRP Paper a few times and make sure all of the previous edits and revisions are complete and in Final form. Use the quick checklist below as you read through your paper before submitting the final copy to your teacher. Many teachers will have you submit this electronically, as they have all year. However, please check with them on the method of submission. Please be sure you attach the SRP # 13 rubric with your final paper submission.

Things to check in your paper: double spaced 1” margins - all sidespage numbers in upper right hand corner (except page 1—title page) section headings centered, underlined, and capitalized correct spelling all revisions done sections in correct order on separate pages title page table of contents statement of the problem hypothesis literature review materials procedures results (summary, tables, & graphs) conclusion references (correct APA style….5 sources minimum)

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Helpful Hint: Ask your parents and/or friends to proofread the paper for you. They should look for spelling and grammatical mistakes as they read through. Also ask them to make sure they can easily understand what your project was about and what the results were.

Consult SRP6 as well.

SRP # 11: Abstract 11/13/2017Science Research Project

AbstractThe main purpose for writing a science project abstract is to give both you and the reader a very brief summary and overview of your project. If written well, the abstract can tie your project together and, most importantly; it will give your project a sense of continuity and clarity.

1st Begin by writing in Microsoft Word: At the top of the paper, follow the format below:

The Title of the Project (Do NOT use all caps.) ---- title Jane Smith ---- name Union Grove High School, McDonough, GA ---- school name, city, state

A few of main points to keep in mind as you write the abstract:

1. Abstracts should be single-spaced using 12-point Times New Roman font. 2. The abstract can be a maximum of 250 words. 3. Single spaced 4. Summarize everything; do not burden the reader with too much content. 5. Proof read for content and spelling, (particularly your name). 6. Do not put separate headings within the text. 7. Do not use the first person (I, My)

The following is a suggested outline for writing the abstract:

(Do not put these bold headlines within the abstract. These are for guidance only!) Theme and Purpose: In just a few sentences, present the main area to which this study relates and give the Purpose of the study or experiment. (Spend some time thinking about how to say this. The trick here is to say something (in a few words) that can capture the imagination and interest of the reader without saying too much.)

Methodology: Briefly describe the project. Include the IV, DV, and control groups. If you used “subjects” (volunteers) give a brief overview of them (# of males, # of females, age range, etc.). Also, give a brief overview of the procedure.

Results: Highlight the most important findings of the study. Include numbers – mean or mode for each variable or condition and control group. Make sure to include metric units and describe statistical tests performed on your data.

Conclusions: State the alternative (your or “experimental” hypothesis) and say whether it was supported or not supported based on the statistical tests performed to show significance. Briefly describe what the results mean…. Did the independent variable influence the dependent variable? If possible, relate this to the purpose of the study.

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Report any major sources or error if there were any. Otherwise, do not state any.

Further research: Note any further questions which have arisen from your project. Only include questions that can be used for further research/projects/experiments. This is an incredibly important part of this abstract. This tells the reader that you recognize the limits of your study and that you can see other problems and questions that can be turned into studies. For example: State that “Further research could explore…….”

2nd Save your Abstract Word Document and submit it electronically to your teacher for review.

Please save your abstract with the following naming scheme: Your First Name Last Name Abstract V1 Ex: JaneSmithAbstractV1

Your teacher will use the SRP # 11 Grading Rubric to review your abstract If you are selected to participate at your local school fair and are sent to represent Henry County at the Regional

and/or State Science Fair, you may be asked to edit your abstract.

Hint: The information that needs to go into your abstract is already in your SRP paper. Just read your paper, choose the key points listed and compose the abstract. Be sure to stay at 250 words maximum.

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SRP # 14: Display Board TEST GRADE 11/28/2017Science Research Project

Display BoardYou must turn in the your Display Board along with your logbook, folder, and two copies of your abstract. For the Henry County Regional SEF, you can NOT use a computer or other device to display a slide show, PowerPoint type presentation, computer animation, etc. Only computer programs written by the student and serving as an integral part of the research project can be on display.

The HCRSEF will not provide computers for students to use at their display. IF YOU ARE SELECTED TO ATTEND HCSEF and GSEF, YOU NEED TO BRING YOUR BOARD OR YOU MAY PRINT A DIGITAL DISPLAY ON A POSTER OR MAKE A DISPLAY BACKBOARD.

Board requirements NEAT -- (word processed—not hand written) No spelling errors (especially in the title) Pictures (photographer cited) PICTURES MUST SHOW THE STEPS OF YOUR PROJECT Colorful/eye-catching Well-organized/easy to follow

Space Limitations Depth (front to back): 30 inches or 76 centimetersWidth (side to side): 48 inches or 122 centimetersHeight (floor to top): 108 inches or 274 centimetersPlease be aware when ordering posters that the mechanism that supports the poster should conform to the maximum size limitations stated above.

Place your SRP items on the board similar to the way shown above (or on next page): 1 -Statement of the problem/question The background research you see on the 2 -Hypothesis Ex: Photograph(s) taken by John Smith board only is there to support your 3 –Materials and Procedures question. It is NOT the entire research. 4 -tables/graphs (statistics, NOT raw data) Only a paragraph or two.5 -photographs (all must have credit lines of origin and captions) 6 -results and summary7 -conclusions 8 –logbook9- research paper10- forms and 2 abstracts

See ISEF Rules and Regulations for further display guidelines: https://student.societyforscience.org/intel-isef-display-and-safety-regulations

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You are allowed to display some of the equipment used for your project, especially if it is unique or you designed it. However, there are strict rules about what is acceptable or unacceptable. You can be easily disqualified if the wrong items are included. See your teacher if you have any questions.

EXAMPLE:

http://www.galenmaly.com/portfolio/projects/Wind/Board.jpg

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