Our Lady of the Blessed
2008 Social Studies Fair
MAKING CONNECTIONS: MY WORLD, YOUR WORLD, OUR WORLD OLBSA SOCIAL STUDIES FAIR
3/19/2008
This packet will provide Guidelines for our Social
Studies Fair that will take place on April
21, 2008. Students in Grades 1-6 are
required to turn in a Social Studies Project ON TIME. It counts as a part of their grade for the 4th
Quarter
PURPOSE:
The
purpose for encouraging students to complete a social studies fair project is
to give them the opportunity to research problems, explore a topic in a
systematic scientific way, and express their curiosity and creativity. Higher
Order Thinking Skills requires students to apply skills and concepts learned to
other areas. Therefore, students must be able to integrate and apply the skills
they have learned in language arts, math, and social studies. The primary goal
of the Social Studies project is student learning.
GUIDELINES:
The
social studies fair project does require parental involvement. However, the majority of the work done
must be the childs. To help parents and students understand how much
and what type of parental help is permitted, please see the following
guidelines:
Students may write the report by hand, and parents are permitted to type the
final product.
Computer generated graphics may be included on the board, but the student must
participate in locating the
graphics he/she
wishes to use. Final decisions for the graphics must be made by the student.
Any artwork used should be the work of the child.
The parent may assist with measuring, cutting, pasting, hot gluing and
placement on the display, but the
student should make
the final decisions in the arrangement of the display.
The topic selection should reflect the interests of the child.
Parents may provide resources and directions when necessary, but the research,
design, and implementation of
all procedures must
be completed by the student.
Basics of the Project
The
basics of the Social Studies Project include the following:
·
The
Topic of the Project [must be based on the students interest]
·
The
Physical Display [must neat and organized]
·
The
Research Paper [gives details about the topic]
·
Oral
Presentation [students must be able to speak confidently and competently about
their project]
Originality is the
key element to producing a quality project. Taking an old topic and adding a
twist or coming up with a brand new idea will add interest to your subject.
Here are a few ideas for getting started with your project:
Interview
a person for a first hand account of your topic. Use the tape recording as part
of your display.
Visit
an expert on a craft or technique and learn what makes it unique; make a home
video to display with your project.
Select
some of the folklore, types of unique industries, agriculture, architecture,
festivals, food, music, or customs of this area, and bring back pamphlets,
photographs, autographs, or samples for your backboard or display.
Visit
a historical site, and use the artifacts there to tell the story from the perspective
of the children of the period. Try on clothes from another time and reproduce
paper doll clothes of the period for your display.
Don't
be afraid to use media (tapes, videos, etc.) other than print to get across
your enthusiasm.
An
attractive backboard, a research report, and a bibliography are essential to a
winning presentation. Displays make the difference in showing your creativity.
PROJECT TYPES:
PROBLEM SOLVING
·
In
this type of project, you identify a problem, prove the problem exists, collect
information about the problem, and offer a solution(s) to the problem. The
solution can be yours or someone else's. If it belongs to someone else, you
have to give him/her credit.
EXPOSITION
·
In
this type of project, you simply tell about something as thoroughly as you can.
DEMONSTRATION
·
In
this type of project, you tell and show how to do something.
Social Studies Disciplines:
The
following is a list of the various related disciplines. The descriptions should
assist both students and teachers in property assigning projects to a correct
area. Please note the importance of people in each area; it is critically
important that all projects stress the role of people within each area.
Anthropology- Culture developed by
people living and thinking together
Culture
patterns differ widely among the peoples of the world. Each nation has
different mores and folkways. Group culture is influenced by the material
factors of life. Nations are influenced by others nations in patterns of daily
living. The human race has passed though many stage of cultures change.
Economics-Wants and needs
satisfied by people laboring
People
utilize their natural environment to satisfy their needs and wants. They engage
in the production of goods and services to satisfy needs and wants. People
increase material satisfaction by the exchange of goods and services. They are
faced by problems of changing economics, methods, and organization.
Geography- People and nature
interact
The
management and utilization of the natural environment is a major problem for
people. The natural environment is greatly diversified, offering both
opportunities and restrictions to activities. The natural environment provides
the setting and raw material for human activities and is, in turn, altered by
the activity. Constant interaction between people and the environment takes
place. The geographer studies both the physical and culture elements of the
environment, as well as the interaction between the two.
History- The continuous
narrative of human progress
Nothing
in history has occurred in isolation or in a vacuum. The concepts of continuity
in change, of cause and effect relationships, and of evolutionary character are
understood only when events are linked in the long passage of time.
Political Science- Group living regulated
by social control
Social
controls are essential in-group living. People have developed the means of
regulating group life. Agencies for social control undergo constant change.
Society has established regulations to govern human behavior. Different nation
have different methods of human control.
Sociology- People living in
groups
Group
living is the result of peoples social needs. Group living necessitates
cooperation within and among groups. Groups are constantly changing in nature
and functions. Individual adjustment to group living is constantly necessary.
Social Studies Topics
Listed below are a few
examples of topics, which could be used in each of the discipline. Care should be exercised that the treatment
of the topic is consistent with the discipline for which it is chosen.
Anthropology:
Ancient
civilization, Native Americans, customs, festivals, types of shelter and food
religion, etc.
Economics:
Money,
manufacturing, trade, transportation of goods and services, communication,
inflation, stock exchange, Common Market, government budgets, etc.
Geography:
Ecology,
foreign countries, lands and people, maps, flooding, rivers, lakes, cities,
conservation, etc.
History:
Story
of mankind, historical events, places, biographies personalities, wars, etc.
Political Science:
Government
agencies, FBI, crime, U.S. Constitution, courts systems international
government, etc.
Sociology:
Families,
crime, mental health, propaganda, lifestyles, dreams, television, media, etc.
Research Report
Once you select a
topic, you will begin your research. Follow these steps:
·
Check
out the Internet, interview people, etc. If you find too much information, you may
need to narrow your topic. If you don't find enough information, talk to a
librarian or other resource person. You may need to broaden your topic.
·
After
you have gathered your information, organize it. This will provide help to keep
you focused as you write your report.
·
Write
the rough draft of your report. Check spelling and grammar before you write the
final copy.
·
A
research paper is a detailed report. It should show how much effort went into
your project and should tell exactly what your project accomplished. It is the
most important part of your project.
Your Report Should
Include:
·
A Title Page - include your project's title
·
An Introduction - which tells why you chose that topic
and what you hoped to learn; your purpose should be clearly stated
·
Body of the Paper should be written in your own words;
should answer any questions about your research or information you discovered
in your research including interviews, surveys, and any other information you
have gathered
·
The
Conclusion the closing and a
summary of your data and/or research
·
A
Bibliography - a list of resources used to write the report;
include interviews and surveys
Construct Your Display Board
The
physical element of your project comes in two parts: The Display Board and the "Center"
Display. Equal care must be given to them because they are as important as
your report.
Display
Board: The
display board is the board on which you mount your project and/or visuals. They
come in many sizes and shapes. Project boards may be found at Office Deport,
Wal-Mart and other outlets that sell school supplies. Your display should be
self standing and make certain that they will not topple over.
Center
Display: When
your board is opened for display, there is room on the table for additional
material. This area is your center display area. There should be some sort of
three dimensional display located on the table in this space. You should
consider using: exhibits, models, dioramas, sculpture, crafts, collections,
notebooks, scrapbooks, albums, tools, food, clothing, tapes and recorders,
leaflets, books magazines, working/ non-working models.
Social Studies Fair Project Checklist
RESEARCH: [paper must be typed]
Does the report have a cover page? (no student name)
Does the report have an introduction?
Does the report state the subject matter clearly?
Does the report show organization in the development of the topic?
Is the title appropriate for the topic/subject of the report?
Is the spelling and grammar correct?
Does the report have a conclusion?
Does the research show original thinking or creativity?
Is the topic/subject researched thoroughly? (Not too broad)
Is there a bibliography with correct format?
VISUAL DISPLAY: [labels
and/or captions must be computer-generated or done with a stencil]
Does the board reflect to topic/subject of the report?
Is the overall appearance neat?
Does the display exhibit balance?
Has color been used effectively?
Is the spelling and grammar correct? [
Does each section have a caption or label with explanation?
Does the display show creativity and organization in the development of the topic?
Is there something child-generated as part of the display as opposed to all computer-generated or Xerox copies?
ORAL PRESENTATION:
The student should be comfortable with the subject matter.
Presentation is not "reading" the display board. Students should be
clear and confident.
The student should describe the steps used for the project.
The student should speak loudly and clearly.
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NOTE: |
ALL PROJECTS ARE DUE ON APRIL 21ST AND MUST BE TURNED IN ON TIME.
Social Studies Fair 2008 Winners
Alex Reine Shaibrielle
Bradford Tykhari Williams Amari Averette
Trevor Moses Kameron Lovelace JaKarian
Joseph Albert Powell
Imani Powell Mitchell Manning Brandi
Bryant Christopher
Christian Mitchell Raiven
Wells Cedrianna
Wilkerson
Timothy Nash Marshawn Johnson
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