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 Reflection December Classroom Presentations Research Sources ISEF Requirements Science Fair SLC Executive Board G/T Parent Information Night

Research Paper Title Page & Table of Contents Abstract Introduction/Background: Create an outline Materials & Methods Results Discussion Conclusions Acknowledgments References

Introduction Outline Structure Organize resources and note cards according to your main points. Introduction includes: Interesting opening Need for the research Overview of the scientific background, prior research Paragraph Two includes: background of your topic foundation of your argument definitions needed for clear understanding of the topic

Sentence Outline Structure Final Paragraph prove the need for the research thesis statement/hypothesis/engineering goal Main Points include: details from your SOURCES direct quotations paraphrased ideas your voice throughout the paragraph

Points to Remember References: DS evenly throughout, alphabetical order, 2 nd line indented 5 spaces Transitions: 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 outline Plagiarism: Turnitin.com will identify all work from another source and will result in a 0.

Source Weaving Source 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 needed Review the guidelines for the display board Completed 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 seminar Four annotated bibliographies (last set!) Journals entries Reflection 2.1 (due Mon, Dec 3) Time & Place of Dec. Presentation Hard 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 Competition MRHS High School Science Fair January 30, 2013 (media center) Howard County Science Fair Saturday, February 23, 2013 (HC School) Baltimore Regional Science Fair Saturday, March 23/ (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