1. Atlanta Public Schools
Social Studies Fair
Orientation Meeting
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Instructional Services Center (ISC)

2. Purpose of the Social Studies Fair
The student….
Develops a visual and verbal presentation on a selected topic (approved by the teacher)
Gathers and analyzes data
Interprets findings
Reports conclusions
The teacher…
Uses a variety of instructional techniques for guiding students in understanding social studies concepts and research methodology

3. The Social Studies Fair…
Improves students’ skills in Social Studies through:
Evaluation of student work according to established criteria
Communication with judges, fair officials, and their teachers

4. The Social Studies Fair…
Recognizes and rewards students’ academic competence in Social Studies through:
Ribbons
Certificates
Other appropriate recognition

5. Project Requirements Individuals or groups of up to three students
Grades K-12 (School Fair)
Grades 5-12 (District, Region, State Fair)
All projects must have a completed entry form
Best in Fair Winner 2013

6. Project Regulations Grade Classes Display Board Class I-Grades 5-6
Class II-Grades 7-8
Class III-Grades 9-10
Class IV-Grades 11-12
Display Board
30 inches in depth (front to back)
48 inches in width (when opened)
60 inches in height

7. A Complete Project Consists of:
Research/Summary Paper
Visual Presentation (Display Board)
Abstract

8. Research/Summary Paper
Must be typed 4-5 pages, double-spaced, Times New Roman font
Research Question/problem being explored
Methodology
Research Findings
Conclusion
Bibliographic references

9. Visual Presentation (Display Board)
Clear statement of the research question/problem (hypothesis, question, or purpose
Methodology (procedures used in research)
Visuals (illustrate or enhance research findings)
Conclusion (based on analysis and interpretation of the data)
3-D visuals/models (optional but should be the work of the student)

10. Abstract
The abstract (precise description of the project) should be placed on an index card.
Title
Statement of problem or question
Methodology
Conclusion
Place on display table during set up of the project

11. Steps to Complete a Project
Choose a Topic (must be approved by
a teacher)
Related to one of the Social Studies Disciplines
Not too broad – “What happened during WWII”
Not too limited- “What crops are grown in Georgia”
Topics can range from current issues to a historical question

12. Steps to Complete a Project
Formulate a Research Question (Teacher approval)
Questions should begin with “What” or “How”
Conduct Research
Utilize multiple sources
Summarize the Data
Draw a Conclusion
Write a Summary/Research Paper
Rough Draft
Final Draft- free of errors

13. Steps to Complete a Project
Develop a Visual Presentation

14. Steps to Complete a Project
Left Panel
Center of Display Board
Right Panel
Problem Statement
Procedure Used
Materials Used
Visuals (optional)
Research Question or Title
Charts, graphs, photos (other visuals)
Analysis of Findings
Conclusion
Additional visuals

15. Social Studies Fair Disciplines
Anthropology
Economics
Geography
History
Political Science
Sociology/Psychology

16. Timeline

17. Required Forms School Intent to Participate in Fair
Research Proposal Sheet
3. Social Studies Fair Contract and Timeline
Issued by the teacher, signed by student and parent(s)
4. Social Studies Research Contract
5. Social Studies Fair Partner Request Form
6. Verification Form (if applicable)
7. Project Entry/Registration Form

18. Social Studies Fair Common Core Alignment
College and Career Readiness Anchor Standards for Reading
College and Career Readiness Anchor Standards for Writing
College and Career Readiness Anchor Standards for Speaking and Listening

19. Volunteers Needed District Social Studies Fair Committees:
Facilities/Exhibit Set Up
Securing Judges
Registering Exhibits
Securing and Awarding Prizes
Hospitality

20. SharePoint Access
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21. Resources Share Point Social Studies Fair Folder Google Docs
Social Studies Folder
Georgia Council for Social Studies Site
Social Studies Fair Guide

22. Office of Social Studies Contact Information
Felisa Ford, Social Studies Coordinator Sheri McEachern Anthony, ES Social Studies CCIS Christopher Marshall, MS Social Studies CCIS Dr. Marcia Oglesby HS Social Studies CCIS