Component Criteria

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Problem /Problem or hypothesis is clearly defined in a

Hypothesis: manner that can be tested.

Materials/ Materials and equipment are listed;

Methods: methods are clear, concise, and they clearly

reflect experimental design; easily repeatable; variables and

controls are identified.

Observations: Observations are accurate, descriptive,

and organized for easy interpretation.

Data / Results: Results are clear, concise and well

organized using the most appropriate representation of data

(e.g. tables, charts, diagrams, photos, etc.).Calculations are

accurate and included when appropriate.

*Analysis: Data is analyzed accurately using the most

appropriate representation; discussion is clear; graphs

represent the data effectively with all the necessary

components (e.g. title, units, labels).

*CONCLUSIONS: Conclusions are concise and consistent

with a scientific principle and data. Sources of error are

identified. Determination whether or not the hypothesis is

supported.

*Science Understanding: Understanding of science

processes and principles are demonstrated and results are

expressed in a clear, neat, and well organized manner.