Science Exhibition

Science Exhibition

In order to develop scientific instinct among the youth, the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) encourages implementation of various curricular activities viz. organization of “Science Exhibition” at school, block, tehsil, district, region and state levels. The vision of this activity is to instill the spirit of enquiry and kindle yearning for exploration. The available and augmented resources provide a working platform for children to express themselves. The scientific instinct among the children begins at the school through projects, materials and activities related to science. Our endeavour ever remains to fulfill the following objectives:

• To provide a forum to nurture science and inventive interest from the surrounding environment and connecting new ideas to their existing ideas through experiential knowledge gained by involving in activities.

• To explore and encourage scientific and technological talent and creative thinking among children and inculcate in them, a sense of pride in their talent.

• To develop an understanding about the role of science and technology to meet the needs of the society.

• To analyze how science and technology have affected individuals, cultures, societies, etc. all over the world.

• To bring home the idea in the minds of the youth that science and technology are the instruments for achieving self-reliance in socio-economic development.

• To encourage them as budding architects of the nation in the future and help them visualize future of the nation.

To meet the above objectives, Science Exhibitions could be organized under the following broad-based themes:-

• Environmental issues: causes and consequences of climatic change.

• Biodiversity: Conservation and Sustenance.

• Life sciences in support of human welfare.

• Alternative energy (green energy or biofuel) as a substitute of hydrocarbon energy.

• Robotics, Electronics, Information and Communication Technology.

• Mathematics-Physical Science and Sports.

• To develop broad-based themes for futuristic need.

Judgement Criteria

The participants shall be from class IX to XII with outstanding performance. Even freshers considered good enough by their science teachers, may be given a chance.

 

Arriving at the cumulative performance of students in any science model competition, the following criteria could be applicable (the percentages given in bracket are weightages):

Sl. No.	Criteria for Selection of a student/participant	Weightages in percentage
1	Creative imagination	15
2	Scientific thought and approach	15
3	Originality and innovations in the model	15
4	Technical skill (Art &Craftsmanship)	15
5	Economic (low cost/portability/ durability	15
6	Presentation (demonstration & explanation)	15
7	Extra Ordinary Work	10
	Total	100

 

Participation and Groups: Projects can be worked on and presented by an individual or in group of two students only.

Safety Rules: No hazardous chemicals, open flame, torches or burners may be used. Cultures of mould and bacteria must be thoroughly sealed.

All projects must be functional, testable and safe.

Student Exhibition Rules

Rule 1	Online registration is required.
Rule 2	Students may submit individual or joint models (Group of two). Partners must register together on one form. No student shall submit more than one project.
Rule 3	Students must set up their project, remain with it throughout their judging period, and remove it at the end of the event.
Rule 4	The Committee cannot be held liable for anything that is misplaced.
Rule 5	Students must be prepared to answer judges’ questions about the content and development of their projects; they should not give a formal narrative in response to the questions.
Rule 6	Students must supply all equipment, including extension cords. Outlets will be provided ONLY if requested on the entry form.
Rule 7	A label must be attached to the front of the table with the student and school’s name.
Rule 8	Commercially prepared kits or models cannot constitute as part of the project.
Rule 9	Table exhibits only. Overall project size must be not more than ___ inches in width, ____ inches in depth. The entire project, including charts, labels, equipment, etc. must fit in this space.