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Science Olympiad Summer Institute Phoenix, AZ July 15 - 19, 2013
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One member will write a description of an object and their partner will construct the object from the description
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Science Practices 1. Asking questions 2. Developing and using models 3. Planning and carrying out investigations 4. Analyzing and interpreting data 5. Using mathematics and computational thinking 6. Constructing explanations 7. Engaging in argument from evidence 8. Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information
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WHST.6-8.2. Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/experiments, or technical processes. a. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories as appropriate to achieving purpose; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. b. Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples. c. Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic. e. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone. f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.
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Same object and materials for all teams Commercial K’nex Lego Tinker Toys Raw Materials Straws Pins Popsicle sticks Anything goes
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Writing 25 min Time not a factor Doing 20 min Time is used as a tie-breaker
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Allowed Numerals Words Single letters
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Abbreviations Must be defined At beginning 1 st time used No prepared abbreviations on labels
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Not allowed Symbols Diagrams Drawings
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Allowable Symbols printable punctuation marks/editing symbols on a PC standard 101 keyboard Single key or single key w/ shift key
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Team that builds object nearest to the original Points are given for each piece of material placed in proper connection and location Pieces connected correctly beyond the incorrect connection will be given credit No penalty for unused parts Tie-breaker - shortest time of construction
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Scoring violations Unlabeled abbreviations Improper use of symbols or codes Penalty – 1 % for each minor infraction Example Total possible score = 50 Initial team score = 45 # of infractions = 4 Final score = 43 45 – (50 *.01) * 4 = 45 – (0.5*4) = 45 – 2 = 43
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Practice, practice, practice Helps identify the best writer/doer Helps define rule system for writing Terminology ▪ Potential definitions ▪ Potential abbreviations
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Cardinal Points North East South West Compass Rose Clock Face
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Most tournaments do not provide one object/team so… Students are not allowed to touch the object Almost impossible to measure distances exactly so teams will need to estimate Metric is better than English Use fists or finger joints
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Be clear and concise Do not use unnecessary words Cannot create “new” words Proper grammar is not critical Partner must be able to make sense of what is written
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Writing If time is left read newly created instructions and check for clarity Doing If time is left check work Remember time is used as a tie-breaker
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