Atlanta Public SchoolsSocial Studies Fair

Orientation MeetingThursday, September 5, 2013

Instructional Services Center (ISC)

Purpose of the Social Studies Fair

The student….

• Develops a visual and verbal presentation on a selected topic (approved by the teacher)

• Gathers and analyzes data

• Interprets findings

• Reports conclusions

The teacher…

• Uses a variety of instructional techniques for guiding students in understanding social studies concepts and research methodology

The Social Studies Fair…

Improves students’ skills in Social Studies through:

• Evaluation of student work according to established criteria

• Communication with judges, fair officials, and their teachers

The Social Studies Fair…

Recognizes and rewards students’ academic competence in Social Studies through:

• Ribbons• Certificates• Other appropriate recognition

Project Requirements• Individuals or groups

of up to three students

• Grades K-12 (School Fair)

• Grades 5-12 (District, Region, State Fair)

• All projects must have a completed entry form

Best in Fair Winner 2013

Project Regulations

Display Board

• 30 inches in depth (front to back)

• 48 inches in width (when opened)

• 60 inches in height

Grade Classes

• Class I-Grades 5-6

• Class II-Grades 7-8

• Class III-Grades 9-10

• Class IV-Grades 11-12

A Complete Project Consists of:

1. Research/Summary Paper

2. Visual Presentation (Display Board)

3. Abstract

Research/Summary Paper

• Must be typed 4-5 pages, double-spaced, Times New Roman font

• Research Question/problem being explored

• Methodology

• Research Findings

• Conclusion

• Bibliographic references

Visual Presentation (Display Board)

• Clear statement of the research

question/problem (hypothesis, question, or purpose

• Methodology (procedures used in research)

• Visuals (illustrate or enhance research findings)

• Conclusion (based on analysis and interpretation of the data)

• 3-D visuals/models (optional but should be the work of the student)

Abstract

The abstract (precise description of the project) should be placed on an index card.

• Title• Statement of problem or question• Methodology• Conclusion• Place on display table during set up of the

project

Steps to Complete a Project

Choose a Topic (must be approved by

a teacher)

• Related to one of the Social Studies Disciplines

• Not too broad – “What happened during WWII”

• Not too limited- “What crops are grown in Georgia”

• Topics can range from current issues to a historical question

Steps to Complete a Project Formulate a Research Question (Teacher

approval)

• Questions should begin with “What” or “How”

Conduct Research

• Utilize multiple sources

Summarize the Data

Draw a Conclusion

Write a Summary/Research Paper

• Rough Draft

• Final Draft- free of errors

Steps to Complete a ProjectDevelop a Visual

Presentation

Steps to Complete a ProjectLeft Panel Center of Display

BoardRight Panel

• Problem Statement

• Procedure Used

• Materials Used

• Visuals (optional)

• Research Question or Title

• Charts, graphs, photos (other visuals)

• Analysis of Findings

• Conclusion

• Additional visuals

Social Studies Fair Disciplines

• Anthropology

• Economics

• Geography

• History

• Political Science

• Sociology/Psychology

Timeline

Required Forms1. School Intent to Participate in Fair

2. Research Proposal Sheet

3. Social Studies Fair Contract and Timeline

• Issued by the teacher, signed by student and parent(s)

4. Social Studies Research Contract

5. Social Studies Fair Partner Request Form

6. Verification Form (if applicable)

7. Project Entry/Registration Form

Social Studies FairCommon Core Alignment

College and Career Readiness Anchor Standards for Reading

College and Career Readiness Anchor Standards for Writing

College and Career Readiness Anchor Standards for Speaking and Listening

Volunteers Needed

District Social Studies Fair Committees:

• Facilities/Exhibit Set Up

• Securing Judges

• Registering Exhibits

• Securing and Awarding Prizes

• Hospitality

SharePoint Access

https://my.apsk12.org/schools/sites/CCGPS/Pages/InstructionalMaterials.aspx

Resources

Share Point

• Social Studies Fair Folder

Google Docs

• Social Studies Folder

Georgia Council for Social Studies Site

• Social Studies Fair Guide

Office of Social Studies Contact Information

Felisa Ford, Social Studies Coordinatorfcford@atlanta.k12.ga.us

Sheri McEachern Anthony, ES Social Studies CCIS

smceachern@atlanta.k12.ga.us

Christopher Marshall, MS Social Studies CCIScjmarshall@atlanta.k12.ga.us

Dr. Marcia Oglesby HS Social Studies CCISmaoglesby@atlanta.k12.ga.us