Do you find the idea of having a science fair with all of your students intimidating? Use a guide that provides everything you need to know to make project-based learning manageable. The resource includes options for four different types of projects: written reports, presentations, poster boards, and an expo. Each option explores the exercise from the teacher's and pupils' eyes.

Concepts

science fairs, scientific research, presenting

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Provide examples of projects from previous pupils if possible

Classroom Considerations

• While the majority of the work is done outside of class, be sure to allocate enough in class time for guidance on each step
• Plan time and space for presentations based on the goals and number of participants

Pros

• Includes timelines included for teachers, students, and parents
• Contains worksheets for every step, letters to parents and the community, and checklists 
• Lists Internet links for ideas and additional free resources throughout the lesson

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.1 RST.6-8.2 RST.6-8.3 RST.6-8.7 RST.6-8.8 RST.6-8.9