A 3-5-minute presentation in front of judges from the community is required as part of your project.
Your project will be judged using a point system based on six areas.
These areas are:
1. scientific thought,
2. creative ability,
3. understanding,
4. clarity,
5. dramatic value,
6. and technical skill.
The oral presentation is an important part of the judging process.
During your presentation you should discuss:
· why you chose your topic,
· how you gathered your information,
· how you tested your hypothesis,
· what observations you made,
· what conclusions you reached.
You may want to write note cards or refer to parts of your display to plan what you are going to talk about. Rehearse what you are going to say, DO NOT READ your presentations. The presentation should only take about 3-5 minutes. Practice in front of your family and friends. Keep in mind the judges are looking for a student who has learned from their research and experiment.
Although it is natural to be nervous about presenting, the judges are not there to trick or embarrass you. They are interested in you and what your project is all about. So be pleasant, courteous, and enjoy yourself. Above all, show them you are proud of what you have accomplished!
Presentation Checklist
Title:_______________________________________
_____/10 Title
_____/10 Purpose of Experiment/Research Question
_____/10 Hypothesis (If/Then statement)
_____/10 Procedures & Materials
_____/10 Visuals (All relevant data tables & graphs as displayed)
_____/10 Data Analysis (Description of results)
_____/10 Conclusion
_____/10 All components are in a logical order within presentation.
_____/10 Presentation is colorful/eye catching
_____/10 Pictures of the experiment being conducted are included throughout
_____/100 Total Presentation
Items you may want to include at your display to aid in your presentation:
· Abstract if not on the board (be sure there is no identifying information on this form)
· Photographs of the experiment along the way if not or in addition to what is already on the board
· Copy of your written report without identifying information
Items that are prohibited at your diplay:
Projects must adhere to safety restrictions and display regulations including:
· Absolutely NO liquids not even water
· No hazardous or household chemicals, food, grocery items, spices, or edible items
· No live or dead plants, fruits, seeds, soil, sand, rock, or cement
· No glass (no jars, containers, light bulbs, aquariums, etc.; tablet/laptop computers allowed)
· No exposed sharp objects, pinch points, electrical wires, or other potential hazards
· No insects, animals, body parts or fluids, etc. (living or once living)
· No algae, bacteria, fungi (molds, yeasts), protozoa, viruses, or other microscopic organisms
· No items that may have contained or been in contact with hazardous substances
· No lasers, bright lights, flames, loud noises, odors, or other distractions
· No personal information (name, school, grade, web address, phone number, etc.)
· No active internet connections