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IB Group 4 Project 2013-2014
Wildfire
So - what IS the purpose of the Group 4 Project?
This project allows students
in different group 4 sciences
to work together
on a scientific or technologic problem.
The Group 4 Project Aims to..
“encourage an understanding of the relationships between scientific disciplines and the overarching nature of the scientific method” [IB Aim 10]
“raise awareness of the moral, ethical, social, economic and environmental implications of using science and technology” [Aim 8]
The Group 4 Project Aims to..
“develop and apply your information and communication technology skills in the study of science” [Aim 7]
may address the international nature of the scientific endeavor and the increasing cooperation required to tackle global issues involving science and technology.
As an individual, identify 1-2 ideas you have about
WILDFIRE…
? A fact ?? An opinion ?? A question ?
Task 1a
Turn to the person(s) next to you and share your ideas.
Share a few ideas with the group.
Task 1b
This Year’s Topic = WILDFIRE
Your task is to work as a team to develop a grant proposal for a scientific study of wildfire.
Your proposal must contain ... A testable question
grounded in a meaningful context A reasonable hypothesis
Supported by some preliminary data Data may be ‘practical’ – collected by your team or ‘theoretical’ – based on the work of others May incorporate a model or simulation
A plan for your proposed scientific investigation Demonstrating sound scientific design
A great resource for fire basics…
The Book of Fire Book
(Feel free to use and return the book this morning. If you’d like to check a book out, please sign the check out sheet.)
In a few minutes, you will work in a small group to…
Write out 2-3 testable* questions – each on a separate poster strip - that relate to wildfires.
Be prepared to share with the group.
Let’s have the teachers start with an example…
Task 2a – Generating Ideas
Teachers will model this... What methods can we use to plan efficient evacuation of populated areas? which road routes should be preplanned as a function of speed of fire, distance from route....? what is the role of media/social media – are there vulnerabilities?effects of geography/environment?logistics – pets, larger animals,...
Task 2a – Generating Ideas
Some Possibilities… How does fire temperature impact
the water run-off after the fire? How does fire mitigation impact the
likelihood of house survival during a fire?
What is the impact of local geography on spread speed of wildfire? (Waldo Canyon vs. Black Forest)
How does the spread of wildfire in populated areas compare to the spread of wildfire in unpopulated areas?
Other Possibilities… How does the spread of wildfire in
an evergreen forest compare to that found in a deciduous forest?
When you finish your task…
BREAK TIME…
10 minutes – stay in the room unless you need to use the restroom – quiet in the halls
Help yourself to homemade quick breads
Share your ideas with the larger group, building a ‘surround’ of ideas in the classroom.
Consider what the different questions have in common and how they differ.
TASK 2b
Possible Groupings Effects of Fire in non-populated areas Effects of Fire in populated areas Nature of fire itself? Environmental Impacts – Destruction? Renewal? Immediate vs Long term Effects? Fire Prevention / Mitagation Logistics of Wildfires Fire suppression
Task 2a cont.
Project Stages
The entire project will count for 10 hours* of your practical lab experiences for your IB Group 4 course. Think of the project in terms of 3 stages:
Planning (~ 2-3 hours) Action (~ 6-5 hours) Presentation / Evaluation (~ 2 hours)
form a team (more details shortly) discuss and select ONE specific testable question conduct some preliminary research
to set the context to help you write a reasonable hypothesis (If…
then… because) As time permits,
begin work on the design of your scientific investigation.
begin work on your presentation for your proposal.
Submit draft TODAY Friday - February 21st – no earlier than 11 am and no later than 3:33
p.m. You will receive feedback on your drafton or before Friday, February 28.
Planning (~ 2-3 hrs TODAY)
Action (~ 6 hours*)
During this stage you will continue your research
further developing the context gathering data to support your hypothesis
(either your own or from others reliable, scientific resources)
[Plan on each team member spending 1-2 hours of outside time on this… sometime after feedback (nlt 2/28) and before 3/7]
work collaboratively to design your scientific investigation to develop your presentation
[Finalize your work on 3/7 during periods 5, 6, and 7]
Evaluation (~ 2 hrs)The final stage includes
Presenting your grant proposal to other students and staff at our
‘Wildfire Symposium’Wednesday, March 12
6:30 – 8:30
Assessment of Project
You will earn a grade in the IB science class in which you are enrolled
Your teacher will determine specifics, but this will be a ‘significant’ grade that will be based on Effective completion of the three stages of
the project (plan, action, evaluation) Completion of the IB requirements (next
slides)
Assessment of Project For IB, you need to keep:
[1] evidence of your involvement Individual Reflection,
a log of the hours you spent on the project both individually and in your team
Personal commentary on the Group 4 experience
Hard copy of your final grant proposal
Assessment of Project If you are in Physics, Biology or
Chemistry, you will also earn points towards your internal assessment for IB (does not apply to SL Computer Science)
[2] Personal Skills Criterion
Self-motivation and perseverance Working effectively in a group Self-reflection
• will include self- and group- assessment of personal skills
• this is the only place where this criterion is assessed !
Personal Skills Criterion
Assessing the Project
Finalized Scoring guides/rubrics will be posted on the SharePoint site no later than February 28th. Assessment of grant proposal Self and team assessments of personal
skills
(drafts are currently posted)
The Project… Will be completed in small groups…
of 4-6 students Each team must include 2 students enrolled in SL
Physicsand 2-4 students enrolled in another Group 4 diploma class(es)
HL / SL Chemistry (currently 20 students) HL Biology (currently 20 students) SL Computer Science (currently 16 students)
Each student must be a welcome member of a group.
If a student is absent, they will be placed on a separate, make-up team. Do not include an absent student in your group.
Final group membership may be adjusted by instructors.
What NOW? Form Teams Proposed Teams …
ideally formed around a common interest Team of 4 – 6
Must have minimum of 2 physics students plus..... 2 or more students from other Group 4 diploma
class. EVERYONE must be included in a team Teachers reserve right to adjust teams as
needed !
When you have a team, submit a team form… and get to work
Ready… Set… Go… Fill out a team form and turn it in
to Ms. Smith
Get to work! You can work in this room… or…
Period 2: Distance Learning Lab / Room 15
Period 3: Distance Learning Lab / Room 15 / Room 153 in the tech building
Period 4: The entire top floor of the library
You must submit your draft no earlier than 11:11 and no later than 3:33 p.m. TODAY
You MUST work collaboratively for the remainder of the time this morning… you may NOT reschedule.
IDENTIFICATION•Identify team # and name•List all team members•Date
TESTABLE QUESTION•Specific, Clearly Stated•Context provided – why is this question important – Why should this study be funded? Be sure to cite resources for your research
HYPOTHESIS•Clearly linked to question•“If…. Then… because…” format recommended•Because component is scientifically accurate and supported by preliminary researchPROPOSED INVESTIGATION•Scientifically sound (see DESIGN criterion if needed)
Your draft is due no earlier than 11:11 and no later than 3:33 today.
Submit it to the Group 3 SharePoint site with a descriptive file name.
Your draft needs to include:
2014 Group 4 Project Requirements and
TimelineStage Task Date(s)
PLAN
Day 1 - Introduce Group 4 Project; Form Teams; Select Testable Question; Initial Research; Develop Context and Hypothesis;
Prepare and submit draft nlt 3:33 pm
Friday, 2/21/14 Pds 1-4Lecture Hall – Palmer High SchoolAttendance required – you will be field-tripped from your classes.
On your own – 1-2 hours of time to further the project
After feedback – before 3/7
ACTION
Day 2 – Share research findings; develop scientific investigation; finalize proposal; plan presentation
Friday, 3/7/14 Pds 5-7Lecture Hall – Palmer High SchoolAttendance required – you will be field-tripped from your classes.
Requirements and TimelineStage Task Date(s)
P ER VE AS LE UN AT TA IT OA NTION
Present your grant proposal at Wildfire Symposium
Wednesday, March 12, 2014Time: 6:30 – 8:30
Submit Individual documentation of Group 4 Project for your lab portfolio – – include reflection with log of hours and a hard copy of your proposal
No later than Friday, March 14, 2014
NOTE: Access information about the Group 4 project at our SharePoint Site athttp://share.d11.org/palmer/academics/science/group4
Next Steps… Complete your draft and place it in
the drop box on our Group 4 SharePoint site:
http://share.d11.org/palmer/academics/science/group4
Commit to the work that needs to be done before the next meeting. (~ 1-2 hrs/student)
Meet on Friday, March 7th during periods 5 – 6 and 7 to complete proposal.
Come to the Wildfire Symposium on March 12 to present your grant proposal
Photo Credits for Slide # 2
https://www.aer.com/industry/insurance/products-and-services/wildfire-exposure/colorado-springs-wildfire-analysis
http://darkroom.baltimoresun.com/2013/06/colorado-wild-fire/krt-us-news-colorado-fires-22-gt/
http://www.csmonitor.com/Environment/Latest-News-Wires/2013/0613/Colorado-fires-2013-destroy-hundreds-of-homes
http://thecelebritycafe.com/feature/2013/06/colorado-black-forest-wildfire-begins-subside
