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Direct linkJames DiFranco – ProQuest LLC, 2023
The recent Next Generation Science Standards recommend students have increased opportunities engaging in modeling work scientists do. Science classroom tasks include simple inquiry compared to more complex authentic inquiry that closely resembles authentic science. Science fair participation presents students with the opportunity to engage in…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Teaching Methods, Authentic Learning, Inquiry
Paul, Jürgen; Lederman, Norman G.; Groß, Jorge – International Journal of Science Education, 2016
Experiments are essential for both doing science and learning science. The aim of the German youth science fair, "Jugend forscht," is to encourage scientific thinking and inquiry methods such as experimentation. Based on 57 interviews with participants of the competition, this study summarises students' conceptions and steps of learning…
Descriptors: Science Education, Science Experiments, Science Fairs, Foreign Countries
Bochinski, Julianne Blair – 1996
Science fairs have become an important key to gathering valuable science experience while pursuing independent projects. This book serves as a guide to every aspect of science fairs and science fair projects. It provides information on finding suitable topics, researching them properly, developing experiments, and giving meaning to data results.…
Descriptors: Demonstrations (Science), Elementary Secondary Education, Exhibits, Research Projects
Peer reviewedDeBruin, Jerry; And Others – Science and Children, 1993
Science fair mentorship programs let students investigate a wide variety of science topics under the guidance of interested community members. These programs enhance the relationships among school, community, and home. (PR)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Mentors, Science Activities
Perry, Phyllis J. – 1995
This book is provided as a helpful tool in ensuring a successful and satisfying elementary school science fair. The book clarifies the roles of teachers, parents, and students and provides information about types of projects, practical tips, and possible topics for research. Included are short bibliographies, sample forms (which are teacher…
Descriptors: Administration, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Exhibits
Download full textWatt, 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
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 24 reprints in this volume are geared toward elementary and middle school…
Descriptors: Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Exhibits, Extracurricular Activities
