The Competition:
Students in grades 3-12 are invited to compete in the following levels and categories.
Levels:
Level 1 - Grades 3-4
Level 2 - Grades 5-6
Level 3 - Grades 7-8
Level 4 - Grades 9-10
Level 5 - Grades 11-12
Levels:
Level 1 - Grades 3-4
Level 2 - Grades 5-6
Level 3 - Grades 7-8
Level 4 - Grades 9-10
Level 5 - Grades 11-12
Categories:
Animation
Audio Production
Computer Programming
Digital Art (Digital Photography & Graphic Design)
Digital Game Design
Hardware Modification
Internet Applications
Multimedia Applications
Multi-Dimensional Design (3D Modeling)
Productivity Design
Robotics
Technology Information Literacy Test
Team Computer Programming Challenge- Level III, IV, and V
Video Production
Website Design
DESCRIPTION OF CATEGORIES:
Animation
This category calls for students to develop an original design with the primary purpose for allowing the motion of objects. ex. Adobe Flash, Powtoon, Scratch, Crazytalk, Kidpix, Stop Motion, Claymation, GoAnimate, Toon Boom, Alice, etc.
Audio Production
This category is defined as any original audio production that has been edited/produced with digital tools. Projects may include speaking, singing, music, sounds effects, and other audio components.
ex. Audacity, Garage Band, Wavosaur, EarSketch, Adobe Audition, Wavepad and Acoustica.
Computer Project Programming
Projects in this category are self-executing programs created by the student using recognizable programming languages such as: BASIC, C ++, C#, Java, LOGO, Pascal, Python, Ruby, SQL, etc. Programs must be functional and have an intended purpose. All parts of the program must be the author's own design.
Digital Art
This category is defined as any computer created or manipulated photo project whose final output is printed. Such projects might be digital photography and graphic design. Sophisticated use of software to create the design or photo must show more than simple cropping or the use of a couple of drop down menu choices. ex. Paint, Kidpix, Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Draw, or freehand drawing on a graphic tablet.
Digital Game Design
Digital Game Design projects should include original content, design, and rules of an interactive game. Students may use the software program of their choice in order to demonstrate creativity, originality, organization, and interactivity. Students should be able to explain to judges what inspired their game idea and how they programmed their game to achieve project goals.
Hardware Modification
This category is for devices engineered and/or modified by students to serve a specific purpose or meet a specific goal. The device must be fully functional. Some examples are: Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Makey Makey Projects.
Internet Applications
Projects in this category use WEB-BASED SOFTWARE. Examples include interactive games, bulletin boards, podcasts and blogs. Examples are: Blockly, Scratch, Kodu, MIT App Inventor, etc. Note: Mobile Device Application inventing software is also included in this category.
Multidimensional Design/3-D Modeling
This category is defined as any original artwork digitally created and modeled in three dimensions using specialized software. Software may include: Maya, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, GollyGee Blocks, and Light Wave. The output may be 3D printed or hand built to scale with cardboard, wood or plastic materials based on the student designs.
Productivity Design
This category (formerly General Applications) is defined as any student created, computer-generated project that uses desktop publishing or general productivity software. Examples include: Calendars, compelling charts and graphs, digital books, brochures, graphic organizers, newsletters, etc.
Robotics
Projects may be constructed from kits or published drawings, modified from other devices to create new applications, or constructed from the student’s own concepts and designs. All entries must be a working piece of electronics. Mechanical and motor driven devices must be controlled by computers, either hard-wired or remote, which are programmed by students in order to be eligible. Examples of commercially available kits are robotic “arms” or robot movers, Lego and K’Nex style building kits, Capsella, VEX, and Technics style robotics kits.
Technology Test
Written exams given on-site for each of the grade levels. The exams have up to 50 multiple-choice questions. Topics include: History of Computers, Parts of the computer, peripheral computer devices; uses and limitations of computers; uses of common software; new technology; the Internet; social implications of computers and general programming.
Team Programming Challenge
This category is an on-site event in which one team of students is given a series of problems to solve during a two-hour competition time. Each team is awarded points for each problem solved correctly. Programs are judged on structure, design, and organization. Grades 7-12 only.
Video Production
This category is defined as any original video project that has been edited on a computer with digital video editing software and exported into a digital video format. The completed project must be displayed for viewing on a computer. The focus of this category is on the editing process. Original video content used in this kind of project may come from the student or it may be obtained from other permissible sources. Camtasia Studio, iMovie, Pinnacle, Windows Movie Maker, etc.
Website Design
I. Internet based websites-wix, weebly, google slides. etc
II. Manual Coding - websites created through MANUAL CODING. Students are to use HTML, or an applicable program (i.e. Dreamweaver) for this project. Hyperlink at least three separate pages. At least three external links to “outside” information required.
RUBRICS:
Special rubrics for each category will be used. However, all judges will consider the following items in determining the rating for an entry:
1. Present the project notebook to the judge.
2. Use the program or applications software to demonstrate a previously prepared file.
3. Demonstrate their understanding of the software as it relates to the project.
4. Explain the various aspects of the creation of the project.
5. Move through the program demonstrating the project.
6. Defend their choice of software for the project.
7. Answer judges’ questions about the project.
Students should be prepared to explain and demonstrate the highlights of their project in no more than 10-15 minutes.
Audio Production
Computer Programming
Digital Art (Digital Photography & Graphic Design)
Digital Game Design
Hardware Modification
Internet Applications
Multimedia Applications
Multi-Dimensional Design (3D Modeling)
Productivity Design
Robotics
Technology Information Literacy Test
Team Computer Programming Challenge- Level III, IV, and V
Video Production
Website Design
DESCRIPTION OF CATEGORIES:
Animation
This category calls for students to develop an original design with the primary purpose for allowing the motion of objects. ex. Adobe Flash, Powtoon, Scratch, Crazytalk, Kidpix, Stop Motion, Claymation, GoAnimate, Toon Boom, Alice, etc.
Audio Production
This category is defined as any original audio production that has been edited/produced with digital tools. Projects may include speaking, singing, music, sounds effects, and other audio components.
ex. Audacity, Garage Band, Wavosaur, EarSketch, Adobe Audition, Wavepad and Acoustica.
Computer Project Programming
Projects in this category are self-executing programs created by the student using recognizable programming languages such as: BASIC, C ++, C#, Java, LOGO, Pascal, Python, Ruby, SQL, etc. Programs must be functional and have an intended purpose. All parts of the program must be the author's own design.
Digital Art
This category is defined as any computer created or manipulated photo project whose final output is printed. Such projects might be digital photography and graphic design. Sophisticated use of software to create the design or photo must show more than simple cropping or the use of a couple of drop down menu choices. ex. Paint, Kidpix, Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Draw, or freehand drawing on a graphic tablet.
Digital Game Design
Digital Game Design projects should include original content, design, and rules of an interactive game. Students may use the software program of their choice in order to demonstrate creativity, originality, organization, and interactivity. Students should be able to explain to judges what inspired their game idea and how they programmed their game to achieve project goals.
Hardware Modification
This category is for devices engineered and/or modified by students to serve a specific purpose or meet a specific goal. The device must be fully functional. Some examples are: Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Makey Makey Projects.
Internet Applications
Projects in this category use WEB-BASED SOFTWARE. Examples include interactive games, bulletin boards, podcasts and blogs. Examples are: Blockly, Scratch, Kodu, MIT App Inventor, etc. Note: Mobile Device Application inventing software is also included in this category.
Multidimensional Design/3-D Modeling
This category is defined as any original artwork digitally created and modeled in three dimensions using specialized software. Software may include: Maya, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, GollyGee Blocks, and Light Wave. The output may be 3D printed or hand built to scale with cardboard, wood or plastic materials based on the student designs.
Productivity Design
This category (formerly General Applications) is defined as any student created, computer-generated project that uses desktop publishing or general productivity software. Examples include: Calendars, compelling charts and graphs, digital books, brochures, graphic organizers, newsletters, etc.
Robotics
Projects may be constructed from kits or published drawings, modified from other devices to create new applications, or constructed from the student’s own concepts and designs. All entries must be a working piece of electronics. Mechanical and motor driven devices must be controlled by computers, either hard-wired or remote, which are programmed by students in order to be eligible. Examples of commercially available kits are robotic “arms” or robot movers, Lego and K’Nex style building kits, Capsella, VEX, and Technics style robotics kits.
Technology Test
Written exams given on-site for each of the grade levels. The exams have up to 50 multiple-choice questions. Topics include: History of Computers, Parts of the computer, peripheral computer devices; uses and limitations of computers; uses of common software; new technology; the Internet; social implications of computers and general programming.
Team Programming Challenge
This category is an on-site event in which one team of students is given a series of problems to solve during a two-hour competition time. Each team is awarded points for each problem solved correctly. Programs are judged on structure, design, and organization. Grades 7-12 only.
Video Production
This category is defined as any original video project that has been edited on a computer with digital video editing software and exported into a digital video format. The completed project must be displayed for viewing on a computer. The focus of this category is on the editing process. Original video content used in this kind of project may come from the student or it may be obtained from other permissible sources. Camtasia Studio, iMovie, Pinnacle, Windows Movie Maker, etc.
Website Design
I. Internet based websites-wix, weebly, google slides. etc
II. Manual Coding - websites created through MANUAL CODING. Students are to use HTML, or an applicable program (i.e. Dreamweaver) for this project. Hyperlink at least three separate pages. At least three external links to “outside” information required.
RUBRICS:
Special rubrics for each category will be used. However, all judges will consider the following items in determining the rating for an entry:
- Was the technology used appropriately?
- Did the student(s) demonstrate knowledge of the technology as it relates to the project appropriate for the grade level of the student(s)?
- Is the entry original, creative, and imaginative in subject and implementation?
- Overall value and purpose of the project. More points will be given for those projects that demonstrate an academic or business purpose. Projects which have been created for a class assignment should be identified as such.
- Complexity of the project with respect to the technology used and the grade level of the student(s).
- Clarity of the presentation.
- Did the student understand and pay attention to the use of copyrighted material? Did the student document the source material properly?
1. Present the project notebook to the judge.
2. Use the program or applications software to demonstrate a previously prepared file.
3. Demonstrate their understanding of the software as it relates to the project.
4. Explain the various aspects of the creation of the project.
5. Move through the program demonstrating the project.
6. Defend their choice of software for the project.
7. Answer judges’ questions about the project.
Students should be prepared to explain and demonstrate the highlights of their project in no more than 10-15 minutes.
Advancing to the state competition:
Since the regional fairs have a large degree of independence, competition at the state level has additional rules and restrictions, as well as a separate registration process and fee. For more information, see the State Fair website: http://actefair.webs.com/
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