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Are you a student in a class between the 5th grade of primary school and the 3rd grade of secondary school? |
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Would you like to explore the fascinating world of science? |
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Do you enjoy working with friends as a team? |
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Do you want to find out what it's like working with a real-life researcher? |
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Would you like to join a science club? |
If you answered 'Yes' to any of the above questions then you're ready to explore the fascinating world of science – everything from astronolmy, biology and chemistry to maths and physics – and discover how thrilling science can be!
is an innovative programme designed to promote the exchange of ideas on science. Through we aim to help young students:
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understand the exciting challenges of science |
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develop critical and creative thinking through innovative and creative activities |
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gain the confidence and skills required to present their ideas |
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see young scientists as role models |
and establish an online community that will bring students, teachers and researchers together.
Student who take part in will:
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form teams of two to four people with their friends |
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choose a scientific topic they're interested in, either on their own or with the aid of their teachers and mentors |
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present their chosen topic in an inventive and comprehensible way |
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record their presentation on video (using a video recorder or mobile phone) |
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upload their video to the School Lab website |
... just like real scientists!
The mentors are a group of talented scientists, all finalists in FameLab, the science communication competition created by the Cheltenham Festivals and organised internationally by the British Council. They will guide the students throughout the programme. With their help and support, participants will develop thier chosen scientific topic while at the same time becoming familiar with the research process.
Participants will need to upload their final 3–5 minute video presenting the scientific topic they've chosen onto the online platform by Monday 22 April 2013. A panel of judges will vote for the participants’ presentations and the students themselves will also be able to vote between 22 and 26 April 2013.
Leading figures from the world of science and the media.
The best teams will take part in an event which will take place at the Goulandris Natural History Museum on Sunday 12 May 2013 at 18.00, when they will present their work on stage. There will be more prizes - watch this space for updates!
If you'd like to take part in this innovative school programme, simply visit School Lab to complete and then submit the registration form.
