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Science Fair Scene: Rules of the Game.

McQueen, David R. – Science Probe, 1991

Summarizes the experiences of a former science fair participant and judge in an attempt to make the typical rules for science fairs more understandable to any prospective participant. Includes categories of judging, items prohibited from display, a list of most difficult projects, and the source for more information on science fair rules. (JJK)

Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Enrichment Activities, Extracurricular Activities, Judges

Science Fair Projects. LC Science Tracer Bullet.

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Carter, Constance, Comp. – 1988

This bibliography assists junior and senior high school students and teachers in planning, preparing, executing, and evaluating science fair projects. A few books with experiments suitable for elementary grade students are listed. This publication is not intended to be a comprehensive bibliography but is designed to put the reader "on target."…

Descriptors: Extracurricular Activities, Reference Materials, Science Activities, Science Fairs

Science Fairs in the Eighth, Seventh, or Sixth Grades?

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Knapp, John, II – Science and Children, 1975

Presents comments on problems voiced by teachers about conducting science fairs with middle school children, also cites some advantages of science fairs. A list of simple experiments is offered that are considered within the interests and intellectual range of middle school children. (Author/EB)

Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Extracurricular Activities, Intermediate Grades, Middle Schools

High School Students Honored for Research.

Science News, 1987

Discusses projects entered in the 46th Annual Science Talent Search and identifies the 40 successful competitors. Includes a listing of the winners by state and also names the student's school and city. (ML)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Awards, Extracurricular Activities, Science Education

How to Judge a Science Fair. Use the Consensus Method.

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Levin, Karen Noel; Levin, Robert E. – Science Teacher, 1991

Discussed is a method for judging science fair projects considered to be more accurate than just an averaging of scores. The use of many categories so that the number of projects in each is relatively small is proposed. The advantages of using the consensus method are described. (KR)

Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Extracurricular Activities, Judges, Science Activities

Science Fairs and Projects 7-12. A Collection of Articles Reprinted from "Science and Children,""Science Scope," and "The Science Teacher."

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Watt, Shirley, Ed.; And Others – 1988

The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) has assembled this collection of reprints to assist teachers in organizing a science fair, working with students and establishing equitable judging procedures. The NSTA position statement on science fairs is included. The 19 reprints in this volume are geared toward secondary school students and are…

Descriptors: Elementary Education, Exhibits, Extracurricular Activities, Science Activities

You Be the Judge!

McQueen, David R. – Science Probe, 1992

Presents an insider's view of the judging process at science fairs from a former student participant who has performed as a judge at many science fairs. Discusses who the judges are, on what judges tend to focus, parental involvement, gifted students and outside help, the interview process, and the formal rules of judging. (JJK)

Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Extracurricular Activities, Interviews, Judges

Abstracts of the Finalists of the International Science and Engineering Fair (37th, Ft. Worth, Texas, May 11-17, 1986).

Science Service, Inc., Washington, DC. – 1986

A science and engineering fair is a competition based on the quality of projects done by students, the results of which are reported through exhibits and oral presentations at the fair. Fairs operate on a step basis. Students who win in small, local fairs, move to a city fair, then to a regional fair, and may be chosen to represent that fair in…