WYIS Science and Engineering FairPreparing the Research Plan

• The research plan should include all of the following:• Testable question• Note for engineering projects: State the

problem being addressed.• Hypothesis• Try to use format: “If … then … because …”• Note for engineering projects: State the project

goals (what you are trying to accomplish).

• Description of Method• Identify all variables:• Independent• Dependent• Controlled

• Detailed List of Materials• Procedures• Data Analysis:• EXPLAIN how you will use graphs, calculations, tables,

etc., to evaluate your hypothesis (ie. what patterns will you be looking for?)

• Note for engineering projects: include materials, procedures, several preliminary designs, and plans for data analysis (how will you test and evaluate your prototype?)

• Works Cited• Include at least 5 references in MLA format• Tip: Start with the works cited from your background

research paper and add any new sources you will use

• Additional content in your research plan (and additional forms to fill out) will be required for high school projects involving:• People• Animals• Biological agents (ie. cells, bacteria, etc.)• Chemicals• See me for these details!