Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Tuesday, May 21/13 Final Experiment Assignment

Final Experiment Assignment:

All of you need to choose/create/design a final experiment for Science. Here are the criteria:

  • You need to follow the Scientific Method Format:  Final Experiment
  • You may work alone, or with a partner
  • You need to submit your Question, some Background Information and Materials' list to me for approval. Once you have approval, then you can proceed with your experiment.
  • Work can be done at home and at school. If your experiment is to be done at home, then you need to make sure you have your parents' permission and supervision.
  • You must submit all of your work on the Cloud.
  • I expect you to do above and beyond just the 7 steps of the scientific method. A Title page, photos, diagrams, videos, interviews, links to useful websites, blogs, etc. are expected. IMPRESS ME!!!!
I expect:
  • A final report: showing all steps taken in the scientific process (this can be done orally, in the form of a video, if approved by me first.)
  • Oral presentation: 5 to 7 minute presentation to the class (can be done ahead of time and presented to the class, such as a YouTube video.)

Great Websites to find Middle School Science Experiments:




Science Buddies - science fair projects

Due Dates:
7/8A - June 5th
7B - June 10th
7C - June 10th
7D - June 4th
8B - June 5th
8C - June 11th
8D - June 6th

On the due date, you will be expected to 'hand in' your final report. You will be given that period to work on your oral presentation and be expected to present during your next science class.

This is how I will mark you:
FINAL EXPERIMENT RUBRIC


Questions? PLEASE come and see me.