2020 Science Research Presentation Rubric

Novice Apprentice             Practitioner             Expert
                                 Topic includes 1-2 criteria from the Practitioner column includes 2-3 criteria from the Practitioner column 
  • includes title and strong research question
  • based upon need as determined by research and data collection 
  • key to understanding research content 
  • meaningful to society

all of Practitioner plus:

includes intriguing, provocative title related to research

Research Content includes 2-3 criteria from the Practitioner column includes 4-5 criteria from the Practitioner column includes: 

  • begins with working hypothesis to answer researchable question
  • connection to hypothesis throughout to build logical sequence of content 
  • at least four clear points of relevant and accurate research from multiple sources
  • uses data, charts, graphs, and statistics to support information presented
  • uses meaningful content vocabulary 
  • accurate work cited in APA format

all of Practitioner plus:

synthesizes research and data to create a plan for continued, next-steps research

Delivery includes 2-3 criteria from the Practitioner column includes 3-4 criteria from the Practitioner column  includes:

  • intentional pauses between key points
  •  clearly articulated speech at appropriate volume 
  • friendly, confident tone and manner as if speaking directly to audience (NOT reading from slides)
  • face is shown in camera, with eye contact given throughout
  • dressed appropriately

all of Practitioner plus: 

includes tone, speed, and volume as tools to aid in delivery

Logistics includes 1 criteria from the Practitioner column includes 2-3 criteria from the Practitioner column includes: 

  • presentation lasts at most 10 minutes
  • smooth transitions between visuals/slides 
  • use of video/computer set-up to provide best camera angle/point-of-view for audience

all of Practitioner plus: 

includes video/audio clips, photos/graphic,etc.

Conclusion includes 2-3 criteria from the Practitioner column  includes 3-4 criteria from the Practitioner column  includes:

  • review of how research connects to your outcome
  • summary of key points 
  • metaphor, quote, or other technique as final statement to punctuate research

all of Practitioner plus:

includes thought- provoking question for audience to ponder

 

Presentation Tech Toolbox

How to Screencast using Screencastify

How to Screencast using ZOOM

How To Screencast using FlipGrid

How to Screencast using Loom

How to Upload your Video to FlipGrid
JOIN: https://flipgrid.com/855dd7d6
After tapping the Green Plus, Students can import their own custom video:
Tap next to the record button. Select your video and finish the steps to submit to Flipgrid
Review your video – Trim, rearrange, or add more. Tap the arrow in the bottom right to advance.
Take a selfie – The selfie will be the cover image for your video. Tap the arrow in the bottom right to advance.
Submit your video – Edit your name, add a title, or attach a link. Then submit!

2020 Science Research Presentation

Throughout the year you have spent hours conducting research on a topic of your choice and have become an expert on your topic. Now is the time to share all that you learned through your extensive research. This work will be shared with building, and district administrators as well as with the members of the board of education. 

Task: Using your google slides presentation or powerpoint presentation, please record yourself presenting your slides using any of the following screencasting tools: Zoom, Screencastify, Loom, Flipgrid (see tech tool box for how to).

Your presentation may not exceed 10 minutes. When you present and record yourself, you must be dressed event appropriate, no sweats or gym clothes, revealing clothes, stained clothes, heavily distressed or ripped items, and graphic shirts with offensive or controversial statements on them.

Once your presentation is complete you MUST upload it to FlipGrid where it can be viewed by peers and administration.

Next, you are required to comment on at least 3 of your classmates’ projects leaving positive feedback and comments for them as well as 1 question about their research. This will hopefully generate some discussion on your topics amongst one another. 

STUDENT CODE TO FLIPGRID: https://flipgrid.com/855dd7d6 

GUEST CODE TO PRESENTATIONS: https://flipgrid.com/01a561fa

Science Research Events

2020 Regeneron Science Talent Search

Submission Deadline:  2020-2021 TBD

 

 

Junior Science and Humanities Symposium (JSHS): New York Metro

Submission Deadline: 2020-2021 TBD

 

 

Greater Capital Region Science and Engineering Fair (GCRSEF)

Submission Deadline: 2020-2021 TBD

 

Science, Invention, and Technology (SIT)

Submission Deadline: 2020-2021 TBD

 

South Orangetown Central School District High School Annual Symposium

Submission Deadline: 2020-2021 TBD Check back for information updates.

Mandatory for all incoming TZHS Science Research students

Science Research Overview

TZHS Science Research is a three year course that provides students in their sophomore through senior years with the opportunity to conduct original science research.

Students in this course pursue their scientific interests through professional level research. This research can be anything from physical science, life science, computer science, mathematics, or social science. It is not essential for an incoming sophomore to know the exact area they want to focus on. The teachers work with them to help them narrow down their area(s) of interest.

A student’s sophomore year typically consists of them finding their topic of research and honing their research skills. Students are taught the process of online bibliographic researching and how to access professional scientific databases. Students use library and Internet research tools to identify specific subjects currently being studied within their chosen area of interest.

Once an extensive amount of background material is acquired and a strong sense of understanding is gained, students make contact with research scientists within their field of interest. Often these are the authors of the articles they have read. At this time, the students ask the scientists to serve as mentors, assisting in carrying out a research project in the area of interest over the upcoming summers and following school years, or to help find appropriate scientists to do so.

During the student’s junior and senior years, a student creates a research plan and subsequently conducts their experiment. The research is completed by the fall of the senior year, at which time, the student writes a detailed research paper and submits to a variety of competitions. In addition to the competitions, the student must present the research to a variety of venues and science fairs. 

All Science Research seniors will be responsible to organizing and running the TZHS high school’s annual science symposium.

Science Research 3 Year Timeline

Sophomore Year:

  • Become actively involved in all available research related activities. Please subscribe and follow Mr. Lorusso’s website.
  • Review the impact that science research has on the world and review the importance of following an organized “scientific process” in all research.
  • Review potential science research areas and specific topics in S.T.E.A.M. related fields.
  • Decide on the general area of research that will be your focus. 
  • Find basic information about your chosen area of research through reading “popular articles” and following reliable social media accounts, ie. twitter. 
  • Take in-depth notes and write summaries on the articles you have chosen. Create and use Google Keep. 
  • Create an ongoing vocabulary lists for all terms within your chosen area of research.
  • Document and log “outside” hours for research related activities.  Be prepared for bi-weekly meetings with your teacher. (See grade sheet for Honors vs. Regents credit requirements.)
  • Narrow down your field of research.
  • Find more extensive, detailed information about your topic by reading a minimum of 10 journal articles. 
  • Present research from your chosen area in a timely matter to your classmates, via Google presentation or Google jamboard. Share presentation with teacher.
  • Be proficient in database searches and finding applicable journal articles. Connect with the librarian.
  • Contact a scientist or researcher that can serve as a mentor and guide you through a multi-year project.
  • Create a resume to use when applying for a mentorship. 
  • Organize and create a detailed summer research plan (including schedule, transportation & expenses).
  • Attend a formal interview with the potential mentor to secure a spot for the upcoming summer(s). 
  • Present your intended research. 

Sophomore Summer:

  • Submit all necessary forms BEFORE you start your research.
  • Spend a minimum of 90 hours performing research related activities under the guidance of your mentor. You may have to miss your family vacation. 
  • Document all hours using your log/timesheet. 
  • Start writing your research paper documenting your summer work. 
  • Complete summer deadlines including progress notes and sections of research paper.

Junior Year:

  • Finish and finalize Sophomore research and project work. 
  • Document and maintain “in-class” and “outside” hours for research activities.
  • Be prepared for bi-weekly meetings with your teacher. (See grade sheet for Honors vs. Regents credit requirements.)
  • Continue an ongoing vocabulary lists for all terms within your chosen area of research.
  • Continue to find more extensive and detailed information about your topic.
  • Read exemplar research papers to gain a better understanding of how to improve your paper. 
  • Continue to write your research paper so that you can submit it FALL competitions 
  • Continue “running” your experiment or transition to next phase.
  • Learn about statistical tests and use it to analyze your data
  • Enter ALL possible  science competitions. 
  • “Adopt” and assist your “R.A.T.S” with all aspects of their research.
  • Present your current research at TZHS End-of-the-Year Science Symposium.

Junior Summer:

  • Submit all necessary forms BEFORE you continue your research.
  • Spend a minimum of 90 hours performing research related activities under the guidance of your mentor.
  • Document all hours and start writing your research paper as you progress.
  • Continue “running” your experiment or transition to the next phase.
  • Start organizing your Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS) research paper & application.  
  • Complete summer deadlines including progress notes and sections of research paper.
  • Fill out all forms and recommendations with your mentor in order to eligible for competitions.
  • Finish the rough draft of your paper. Due August of your Junior year. 

 Senior Year:

  • Finalize your research paper.
  • Present your research at Board of Ed., PTSA, professional conferences, local organizations, etc…
  • Finish “running” your experiment.
  • Calculate and organize final data analysis of your research.
  • Ask your mentor and teachers to write you evaluation letters for Regeneron STS.
  • Enter all science competitions (Regeneron–STS, WESEF/ISEF, JSHS, Genius Olympiad, etc…)
  • Evaluate the 3 year Science Research program and make suggestions for future improvements.
  • Be a judge at the Somers Invitational Competition (usually 1st Saturday in June).
  • Assist in organizing the TZHS End-of-the-Year Science Symposium.
  • Present your research at the TZHS End-of-the-Year Science Symposium.

Never.Stop.Questioning.

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