Research Process and NSTF Handbook Quiz

Who is responsible for overseeing student researchers throughout the STEM research project?

• Qualified Scientist

• Student Researcher

• Adult Sponsors

• Designated Supervisor

Who must review and complete the required documentation in the ISEF forms and data logbook?

• Student Researcher

• Adult Sponsors/Adviser

• Scientific Review Committee

• Qualified Scientist

What is the role of the Adult Sponsor/Adviser in the STEM research project?

• Identify research topic/ problem and formulates a plan to address the problem. He/she also conducts a comprehensive review of related literatures about the topic/problem.

• Performs the experimentation with the guidance of qualified scientist/ laboratory assistant and takes appropriate photo- documentation

• Should have earned a doctorate degree and/ or at least 3 years of extensive experience and expertise in a STEM discipline related to the learners investigation.

• Should have a solid background in the area of student research and must be familiar with safety and ethical considerations about laws, updated rules and regulations set by NSTF and ISEF in planning and performing STEM research.

What is the minimum number of individuals required for the Scientific Review Committee (SRC)?

• Three

• Four

• Four and a half

• Five

What is the age limit for learners participating in the Research Competition (TUKLAS)?

• Under 20 years old

• Over 30 years old

• Between 25-30 years old

• Senior Citizen

What is the required format for the manuscript submission in the Research Competition (TUKLAS)?

• Journal Article Format

• Dissertation Format

• IMRAD Format

• APA Format

What is the main responsibility of the Student Researcher in the STEM research project?

• Collaborates with RRIs to ask for technical assistance from their pool of experts and permission to use their laboratory facilities. Prepares communication letters, memorandum of understanding/agreement, and other necessary requirements.

• Conduct comprehensive review of related literatures about the topic/ problem and writes the research plan using prescribed format.

• Orients learners on the following: a) roles and responsibilities of the researcher, advisor (adult sponsor), qualified scientist and designated supervisor b) adherence to the rules, regulations, and laws.

• None of the above

Among the roles and responsibilities to the learners, who should have earned a doctorate degree and/ or at least 3 years of extensive experience and expertise in a STEM discipline related to the learners research investigation

• Adult Sponsors/ Adviser

• Qualified Scientist

• Designated Supervisor

• Student Researcher

Who will check and evaluates student research project, certifications, research plan, documentation, evidence of proper supervision, and project display in compliance with NSTF and ISEF rules, applicable laws and regulation

• Adult Sponsors/ Adviser

• Student Researcher

• Qualified Scientist

• Scientific Review Committee

What is the first step in the STEM research process?

• Writing the research plan

• Conducting experiments

• Submission of ISEF forms

• Formulating a research questions