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| ARCHITECTURE
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The science, art or profession of designing
buildings or outdoor space.
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The science of life or of origin, structure,
reproduction, growth and development
of living organisms collectively.
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| CHEMISTRY |
The science that deals with the composition,
structure and properties of chemical processes
and phenomena of substances and the
transformation that they undergo.
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| COMPUTER
SCIENCE |
The science that deals with the theoretical
aspects of computers including storage and
the transformation of data using computers.
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MATHEMATICS
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The science of numbers and their operations,
interrelations, combinations, generalizations, and
abstractions of spaced configurations and their structure.
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PHYSICS/ELECTRONICS
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A branch of physics that deals with the emission,
behavior or effects (as in electron tubes and transistors)
and with electronic devices.
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PHYSICS/ENERGY
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A branch of physics that deals with usable
power (as heat or electricity) and the resources
for producing such power.
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PHYSICS/GENERAL
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The science that deals with matter and energy and
their interactions in the fields of mechanics, acoustics,
optics, heat, electricity, magnetism, radiation, atomic
structure and nuclear phenomena.
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BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, COMPUTER SCIENCE,
MATHEMATICS, PHYSICS/ELECTRONICS,
PHYSICS/ENERGY AND PHYSICS/GENERAL
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REQUIREMENTS:
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1. Only one (1) project can be entered per area.
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2. Six (6) copies of a typed 8 1/2 inch, doubled spaced scientific paper must
accompany the project to be submitted. The content of the paper which should not
exceed five (5) pages, should include: a short introduction describing the background
and purpose of the work, and experimental section including both methods and results,
and a concluding section discussing the results and their implications. Tables, graphs,
charts, maps, photographs, raw statistical data, etc. should be included whenever possible.
They must also include references used and acknowledgment of any individuals who
served as direct academic resources. (Click here to see the Format) The students name,
page number and branch must be on the top of each page. Six (6) copies of the
supporting documents, as well as the six copies of the paper must be submitted on or
before the specified deadline.
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3. The contestant is to make an oral presentation explaining his or her project. The oral
presentation should not exceed five (5) minutes. This time limit does not include the
time required for the judges to ask questions and for the contestant to respond to the
judge's question.
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4. Contestants are responsible for providing their own equipment.
(Display tables and electricity will be provided by the national office.)
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5. The NAACP ACT-SO program will provide electrical power and display items.
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6. Contestants must submit a Verification form from a qualified scientist of science teacher
with an earned professional degree or license. This person can also serve as a coach,
working closely with the student during the course of the project to ensure the accuracy
of the student's research and qualification for entry.
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Scientific Projects Will Be Judged By The Following Criteria:
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I. Quality of Research
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a. Scientific Approach/Method
b. Validity of Information
c. Validity of Conclusion(s)
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II. Depth of Understanding
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a. Oral Presentation
b. Knowledge Gained and Creativity
c. Thoroughness
d. Individual Work.
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III.
Written Report
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Visual Presentation
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| ARCHITECTURE |
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REQUIREMENTS:
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1. Only one (1) original project may be submitted. The project must be the creation of the
competing contestant, rather than a replication of another architects design.
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2. Six (6) copies of a typed 8 1/2 inch by 11 inch double spaced paper must accompany
the project. The content of the paper which should not exceed five (5) pages, should
include overall statement of goals and processes, design objectives, the history of the
project and execution of the project. The students name, page number and branch must
be on the top of each page. The six (6) copies of the paper must be submitted on or
before the deadline specified.
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3. Blueprints of the project must be 24x36 inches in length or width.
The contestant must also submit a site plan, floor plan, a minimum of two (2) elevations
and a section of the design at appropriate scale.
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4. Contestants are required to make an oral presentation (not to exceed five (5) minutes),
explaining his/her project. This time limit does not include the time required for the
judges to ask questions and the contestant to respond to the judges.
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5. Contestants are required to construct a scaled model of his or her project.
(Display tables and electricity will be provided by the national office.)
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6. Contestants must submit a Verification form from a qualified scientist of science teacher
with an earned professional degree or license. This person can also serve as a coach,
working closely with the student during the course of the project to ensure the accuracy
of the student's research and qualification for entry.
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Architecture Projects Will Be Judged By The Following Criteria:
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I. Written Statement
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a. Explaining Project
b. Establishing Parameters
c. Identify Project Limitations and Design Objectives
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II. Complexity of Project/Originality
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III. Building Design
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a. Planning and Space Concepts
b. Aesthetics
c. Consistency and Validity of Design Concepts
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IV. Graphic Presentation
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a. Drawings (quality of linework organization of drawings)
b. Model (workmanship, scale)
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V. Technical Knowledge
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a.Site Analysis/Design
b.Construction Materials/Methods of Construction
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VI.Verbal Presentation
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ACT-SO SAFETY PROCEDURES
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In order to ensure a safe environment for our contestants, we request that
you carefully review the NAACP ACT-SO Safety Procedures listed below.
The NAACP ACT-SO Program prohibits the use of the following materials
for display.
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• Living organisms (ex., plants, animals, and microbes)
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• Dried plant materials
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• Taxidermy specimens or parts
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• Human or animal foods
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• Human/animal parts or bodily fluids (e.g. blood, urine. Note: dried animal bones, histological
dry mount section, wet mount tissue slides, teeth, hair, and nails are acceptable).
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• Soil or waste samples
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• Preserved vertebrate or invertebrate animals (inclusive of embryos)
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• Laboratory chemicals, including water
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• Dry ice or other sublimating solids
(i.e. solids which vaporize to a gas without passing through a liquid phase)
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• Poisons, drugs, controlled substance, hazardous substances or devices
(i.e. firearms, ammunition, or reloading devices)
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• Sharp items (syringes, needles, or pipettes)
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• Flames or highly flammable display materials which vaporize to a gas
without passing through a liquid phase
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• Batteries with open top cells
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Contestants are advised to use photographs and other visuals for presentation.
Due to the potential for serious harm to the contestants and others, and project
that displays these items at the National ACT-SO Competition will be disqualified.
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SCIENCE PAPERS SHOULD BE IN THIS FORMAT:
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