Bibb County School District

Student Technology Fair

February 6, 2010

Howard High School

Registration

Bibb County School District students in grades 3-12Bibb County School District students in grades 3-12

OpensOpens November 2, 2009. Closes January 8, 2010

Students must provide:

Name of sponsoring teacher who has verified project

Project category

Software application type and version

Signed forms due to Technology Services by January 15

Friday, February 5th

Pre-judging (sign-up only)

Optional project set-up: 4:30-7:00 pm

Saturday, February 6th

Registration - 7:30 am

Judging begins - 8:00 am

Awards ceremony - approximately 1:00 pm

Tentative Schedule

Teams – no more than two students

Grade levels - All categories are grouped in grades 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 except Multimedia, which is judged by individual grade levels (3,4,5, etc)

Students may participate in a maximum of 2 project categories. The only exception is for the Technology Literacy Challenge (TLC). Students may enter 2 projects AND participate in the TLC.

Teams and individuals will compete against each other in all categories except multimedia applications

Project Teams and Judging

Each project can only be entered in one category

Must be original - created entirely by the student/team and cannot include un-credited graphics, artwork or photographs

Students MUST attend and present the project

Teams must have both students in attendance

Students will have 15 minutes to present to the judges

Project & Presentation Requirements

Attend Orientation session (today) and January meeting to review entrants

Answer questions about categories, appropriate software, proper citations, etc from sponsoring teachers

Verify and enter registration information for each participant

Print registration forms and distribute to sponsoring teachers for parent signature

Confirm registration form data & update online registration as needed

School Technology Fair Coordinators

Signed forms to Technology Services by January 15

Drop students unable to attend

View all projects with technology specialist to confirm correct category, credits and content

Confirm student participation and transportation to the Fair two weeks prior to

School Technology Fair Coordinators

Obtain signed permission forms

Work with student to select proper category

Review rubric and guidelines with student

Ensure project complies with the Acceptable Computer Use Policy (ACUP) in the Student Code of Conduct. Judges have the right to disqualify any project that does not follow the ACUP or which is inappropriate.

Sponsoring Teachers

3D Modeling Animated Graphic

Design Case Modification Digital Photography Digital Video Editing Hardware Intranet/Internet

Applications

Multimedia Applications Non-Animated Graphic

Design Non-Multimedia

Applications Project Programming Robotics Technology Literacy

Challenge

Categories

Hardware is open to grades 7 or higher only

Case Modification is an individual competition only

Technology Literacy Challenge is an individual competition only

All individuals and teams will be judged together except Multimedia Applications

Students may not “switch” categories at the Fair! Sponsoring teachers are responsible for assisting the student in selecting the appropriate category. The School Technology Fair Coordinator can assist if necessary to ensure the category is appropriate for the project.

Category exclusions

3D Modeling: Any original artwork/graphic that can be modeled in three dimensionsSoftware may include: AutoCAD, SketchUpIndividual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Animated Graphic Design: Original design showing the motion of an object(s)Software may include: Flash, KidPixIndividual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Case Modification: Decorate, paint, add lights or otherwise adorn any WORKING computer.Individual only – no teams

Category Descriptions

Digital Photography: Computer-created project using original photographs. Project must be displayed using the software program it was created with.Software may include: PhotoShop, Microsoft Photo Editor, CorelDrawIndividual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Digital Video Editing: This category is defined as any original video project that has been edited on a computer with digital video editing software and exported into a digital video format. The project must be displayed for viewing on a computer. Final project should be exported into a digital video format such as AVI or MPEG. Videos must be viewed on a computer – VHS/DVD formats are not acceptable.Software may include: iMovie, MovieMaker, PinnacleIndividual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Category Descriptions cont.

Hardware: Student-built computers. May be constructed from kits or published schematic drawings, modified from other devices to create new applications or constructed from the student’s own concepts/designs. Parts do not have to be new, but the operating components should be essentially built or put together by the student. Student must be able to demonstrate that the system recognizes and accesses all components. 7th grade and up only. Individual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Intranet/Internet Applications: Creation of web pages, web sites, chat rooms, interactive games. Internet access will be available.Software may include: Word, FrontPage, DreamWeaverIndividual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Category Descriptions cont.

Multimedia Applications: Computer-based reports or creative presentations using any combination of text, video, sound, and graphics. Videos should be entered in the Digital Video Editing category.Software may include: Powerpoint, KidPix, Astound, Storybook WeaverIndividual and 2-person teams will compete separately

Non-Animated Graphic Design: Computer-created original art (no photography or 3D projects)Software may include: Paint, KidPix, PhotoShop, CorelDraw, IllustratorIndividual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Category Descriptions cont.

Non-Multimedia Applications: Desktop publishing, word processing, spreadsheet or database files.

Software may include: Publisher, InDesign, Excel, WordIndividual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Project Programming: Self-executing program created using a programming language such as Basic, C++, Pascal, Logo, etc. All parts of the program must be original. Programs must be identifiable in one of three categories (1) Computer-aided instruction or educational/learning games (2) Business or commercial applications (3) Personal applications that, with minor alterations, could be marketing for larger commercial audiences

Software may include: Basic, Cobol, C++, Pascal, LogoIndividual and 2-person teams will compete against each other

Category Descriptions cont.

Robotics - Projects may be created from kits or published schematic drawings, modified from other devices to create new applications or constructed from a student’s own concepts/designs. Project must have some obvious relationship to the computer and be controlled through student-created programming. All entries must have a working, functional piece of electronics.

Kits may include: Lego, K’Nex, Capsella, TechnicsIndividual and 2-person teams acceptable and will compete

against each other

Category Descriptions cont.

Technology Literacy Challenge: Computerized exam given at the Fair, by

grade level, on the following:1. History of computers2. Parts of the computer3. Peripheral computer devices4. Uses and limitations of computers5. General uses of common computer applications software6. New and emerging technologies7. The Internet8. Social implications of computers9. General programming (Grades 9-12 only)

50 multiple-choice vocabulary and concept-orient questions will come from information generally available in textbooks and reliable sources on the Internet. Computer magazines and television programs may have information regarding some of the implication of computers in today’s society. An oral exam may be used as tie-breaker. Individuals only.

Category Descriptions cont.

Projects will be judged based on the following: Originality – Was the project original (not copied off

the Internet or created by parents), creative and imaginative?

Clarity – Was the student’s explanation to the judge clear? (being nervous will not count against the student)

Documentation – Did the student cite references if applicable?

Appropriateness – Did the student use the correct software for the project and category?

Design – Did the project design fit with the purpose of the project?

Technical Expertise – Did the project demonstrate an understanding of the software used?

Judging

Rubrics contain the following: Presentation – Did the student demonstrate a solid

understanding of the software for projector development?

Documentation – Did the student document non-student produced materials?

Software Usage – Was the software suitable? Project Design – Do all elements of the project work

together? Background Design – How well does the project use

lighting and shadow techniques?

Judging cont.

Levels include none (0 points), some (1), most (2), mastery (4)

When the judges (2 per project) arrive to view the project, students have 15 minutes to do the following:

Use the application to demonstrate the project

Explain the steps taken to create the project Explain why they used the selected software

program Defend their choice of software Answer judges’ questions

Judging cont

Students will have access to a computer with the following:

Windows XPMicrosoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint 2003Google SketchUp, MovieMaker, Flash, Java

Students who wish to bring a computer or laptop will be provided a table and electricity

Projection devices are not allowed Students MUST indicate the software needed if it is not

listed above. The software will be loaded prior to the Fair.

Students are responsible for the security of any computer brought on the premises.

Computers & Software at the Fair

- Student name- Sponsoring teacher- Technology Fair Coordinator- Grade- School- Category- Individual or team- Team member name (if applicable)- Team member grade- Bringing own computer or laptop?- Select software application- Signature

Registration Form

Schools with more than six (6) entries in any one grade level division or category will need to hold a School-Based Technology Fair by December 18, 2009December 18, 2009

email Julie Christopher for recommendations for prizes, judges

School Technology Fairs