1. Instructions for EDP PowerPoint Presentation This PowerPoint Template can be used as your presentation guide. Complete each slide in order and add your “artistic flair”! Your presentation should last approximately 7-8 minutes. Be careful not to have long transitions between slides. Each slide you create will act as a guide for your class presentation. There should be key words on the slide but avoid long sentences and paragraphs. You need to know your project so well that you can talk to the class about it, not just read it out loud.

2. “Instructions” continued… You will have some time in class to prepare your presentation however, the majority of this project will be done outside of school. You must have evidence of you doing the experiment – pictures, video, or bringing the entire experiment in to show the class. Pictures added to the PowerPoint presentation is usually the easiest way to complete this requirement. Students are encouraged to work directly from this template and delete the instruction slides when you have finished preparing your presentation.

3. Title Page – A fun title can go here! Operational Title: The effects of (MV) on (RV). First and Last name Include images, etc. to hook your audience.

4. Scientific Background Describe what field (biology, chemistry, physics, etc) your experiment is most similar to. Tell the class about the “field of science” you have chosen to focus on. Describe any famous scientists related to that field. Give a brief biography including his or her famous accomplishments and experiments. (Bullet Points ONLY, no complete sentences)

5. Introduction Write your original scientific question. Write your hypothesis/prediction. –Emphasize your “because” portion of your hypothesis. No word limit, just be concise.

6. Variables List all of your variables here. Be very thorough on your control list. Your classmates will probably be able to identify things you might not have controlled. (Bullet Points ONLY, no complete sentences)

7. Materials List Include all items needed to conduct your experiment. Include quantities of any items needed. Quantities need to be in metric units. Pictures of specific materials can be helpful for people who may be unfamiliar. Avoid reading all of this, just point out important or hard to find materials. (Bullet Points ONLY, no complete sentences)

8. Control Group If your lab requires a control group, please describe the set up and importance on this page. A picture of your control vs experimental group may also help when explaining.

9. Procedure Your procedure goes here…numbered and using key words…we don’t want you to read the whole thing to us! Include symbols or images to document your project (digital photography and video clips of your experiment are helpful). Have your images organized to show the logical steps of your experiment. You may have 5-7 slides for Procedure (Numbered list ONLY, no complete sentences)

10. Data Table Show us the data! Metric units only. If you have used the “English” system, please use the conversion tables found in your lab journal. Review the data with us, but avoid reading everything.

11. Results & Graph Present the results of your experiment. Include any erroneous data and errors in the procedure itself. (Bullet Points ONLY, no complete sentences) Include a graph with only relevant data. (This doesn’t mean leave out data.) When presenting describe what you discovered.

12. Conclusion Use ClEvR as a guide when forming your conclusion. Summarize your findings, don’t read us your entire conclusion. (Bullet Points ONLY, no complete sentences)

13. Current Event What is current in your scientific field? Describe how your current event links to the experiment you completed. Help students to understand the relevance to your field and why it’s important. Do additional background research as necessary. Did this current event influence your project? Include related pictures/graphics

14. Closing Include an end slide, with a meaningful graphic, and leave the audience with a special thought or quote that brings clear closure to your presentation.

15. Bibliography Use any online citation creator and use MLA format. Have at least 5 reputable sources (pictures require sources as well if not your own.) Give credit where credit is due.

16. Acknowledgements This is your chance to thank parents, friends, etc. who helped you with your project.