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Models are a good way to represent scientific principles and concepts by giving a visual stimulus. Models can be scaled representations of an existing device or invention. It can include working parts or may be static. This category encourages students to produce a labelled model with a written explanation to support the model.
The model
- Can either be a working or static model
- Be original and show creativity – no kit projects allowed
- Must include labels and a title
- Must include a written report that explains the scientific principles or ideas involved
- Must represent a scientific idea, concept or representation, and can include Croc Wise information
- Be well constructed
- Is safe to operate and comples with safety standards
Photographs of models can be submitted or a short video explaining the model and its components along with the written report. Please attach the file via the electronic submission.
Students will be judged by the following criteria - For a printable version click here
Presentation
- Well constructed
- Original and creative
- Contains labels and model title
- Appropriate for the audience
Content
- Factually correct
- Written in the students own words
- Informative and explains information clearly and concisely
- Complies with safety standards
Scientific Literacy
- Presentation clearly explains the idea
- Scientific terms, units and ideas correctly used and explained
References
- Correctly formatted list included where appropriat
