Research
Science Research for All is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization devoted to promoting high school science research for all interested public or private school students throughout the United States. For years, American high school students lacked achievement in science mastery attained by their counterparts in other countries. In an increasingly technological nation, U. S. schools seem unable to fill a void created by the need for scientists and engineers. Studies indicate a strong correlation between original research experiences and increased student enthusiasm, increased propensity to pursue science courses, and participation in long-term STEM careers. It is our goal to place a science research program in any public or private school desiring to promote opportunities for interested students, regardless of their academic level.
Benefits
Increase in student enthusiasm in STEM-related topics
Colleges are impressed with students doing science research
Students will learn to work independently
Students will become responsible for learning what they want to learn
Students will learn time management
Students will communicate with working scientists
Students will learn to read scientific research articles
Students will improve their writing skills
Students will become better oral presenters
Students will improve their organizational skills
As students participate in science competitions, the school is recognized by the scientific community
How it works
The sequence of the program:
Students choose a topic of their own interest
Students read professional journal articles
Students develop a research plan
Students communicate with a professional scientist (mentor)
Students do original research
Students perform an analysis of their data
Students write a (15 – 20 page) paper describing their work
Students present an oral presentation and visual display
Students participate in science conferences, symposia and/or competitions