Judging Criteria

CREATIVE ABILITY (30 POINTS)

Does the project show originality of thinking and investigation of an original idea?

SCIENTIFIC THOUGHT (30 POINTS)

Does the project show evidence of well-organized work and use of scientific methods in investigating the problem? Are concepts and investigations clearly demonstrated?

SKILL AND THOUGHTFULNESS (15 POINTS)

Does the project show evidence of careful workmanship and a clearly organized presentation of the steps taken in conducting the investigation and presenting results and conclusions?

Does the project give a complete explanation of the principle or process involved?

CLARITY AND DRAMATIC PRESENTATION (10 POINTS)

Is the project presented in a manner that is easily understood, with an attractive layout that commands the attention of viewers with a clearly defined and well-labeled display?

INTERVIEW (15 POINTS)

Is the student knowledgeable in areas covered by the research?