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Welcome…
Let’s take attendance !
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..
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“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..
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“develop and apply your information and
communication technology skills in the study of
science” [Aim 7]
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may address the international nature of the
scientific endeavor and the increasing
cooperation required to tackle global issues
involving science and technology.
Task 1a
As an individual,
identify 1-2 ideas you have about
WILDFIRE…
? A fact ?
? An opinion ?
? A question ?
Task 1b
Turn to the person(s)
next to you and share your ideas.
Share a few ideas with the group.
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
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grounded in a meaningful context
A reasonable hypothesis
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Supported by some preliminary data
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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
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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.)
Task 2a – Generating Ideas
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,...
Some Possibilities…
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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…
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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
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TASK 2b
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 2a cont.
Possible Groupings
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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
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)
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Planning (~ 2-3 hrs TODAY)
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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 draft
on or before Friday, February 28.
Action (~ 6 hours*)
During this stage you will
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continue your research
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further developing the context
gathering data to support your hypothesis
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(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]
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work collaboratively to
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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
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Presenting your grant proposal to other students and
staff at our
‘Wildfire Symposium’
Wednesday, March 12
6:30 – 8:30
Assessment of Project
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You will earn a grade in the IB science class in
which you are enrolled
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Your teacher will determine specifics, but this will
be a ‘significant’ grade that will be based on
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Effective completion of the three stages of the project
(plan, action, evaluation)
Completion of the IB requirements (next slides)
Assessment of Project
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For IB, you need to keep:
[1] evidence of your involvement
Individual Reflection,
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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
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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
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Self-motivation and perseverance
Working effectively in a group
Self-reflection
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will include self- and group- assessment of personal skills
this is the only place where this criterion is assessed !
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Personal Skills Criterion
Assessing the Project
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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
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(drafts are currently posted)
The Project…
Will be completed in small groups…
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of 4-6 students
Each team must include 2 students enrolled in SL Physics
and 2-4 students enrolled in another Group 4 diploma
class(es)
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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.
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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
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Proposed Teams …
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ideally formed around a common interest
Team of 4 – 6
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Must have minimum of 2 physics students plus.....
2 or more students from other Group 4 diploma class.
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EVERYONE must be included in a team
Teachers reserve right to adjust teams as needed !
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When you have a team, submit a team form… and get to work
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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…
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Period 2:
Period 3:
Distance Learning Lab / Room 15
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.
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:
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 research
PROPOSED INVESTIGATION
•Scientifically sound (see DESIGN criterion if needed)
2014 Group 4 Project
Requirements and Timeline
Stage
Task
Date(s)
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Day 1 - Introduce Group 4 Project;
Form Teams; Select Testable
Question; Initial Research; Develop
Context and Hypothesis;
Friday, 2/21/14 Pds 1-4
Lecture Hall – Palmer High
School
Attendance required – you will be
field-tripped from your classes.
Prepare and submit draft nlt 3:33 pm
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On your own – 1-2 hours of time to
further the project
After feedback – before 3/7
Day 2 – Share research findings;
develop scientific investigation;
finalize proposal; plan presentation
Friday, 3/7/14 Pds 5-7
Lecture Hall – Palmer High
School
Attendance required – you will be
field-tripped from your classes.
Requirements and Timeline
Stage
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Present your grant proposal at
Wildfire Symposium
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Time: 6:30 – 8:30
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Submit Individual documentation of No later than
Group 4 Project for your lab portfolio Friday, March 14, 2014
– – include reflection with log of
hours and a hard copy of your
proposal
NOTE: Access information about the Group 4
project at our SharePoint Site at
http://share.d11.org/palmer/academics/science/group4
Next Steps…
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Complete your draft and place it in the drop box
on our Group 4 SharePoint site:
http://share.d11.org/palmer/academics/science/group4
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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/wildfireexposure/colorado-springs-wildfire-analysis
http://darkroom.baltimoresun.com/2013/06/colorado-wild-fire/krt-us-newscolorado-fires-22-gt/
http://www.csmonitor.com/Environment/Latest-NewsWires/2013/0613/Colorado-fires-2013-destroy-hundreds-of-homes
http://thecelebritycafe.com/feature/2013/06/colorado-black-forest-wildfirebegins-subside