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Grade 6 Exhibition

Exhibition is a student-based culminating project of the Primary Years Programme.

Glossary 

central idea A central idea is a conceptual understanding, written as a statement, that invites inquiry and reflects the transdisciplinary theme.
lines of inquiry Lines of inquiry are statements or phrases that define the scope of a unit of inquiry

Connecting to the Community

Students start by considering issues or problems that exist in their local community. These issues could be related to either social or environmental concerns and could also relate to issues that are experienced by people around the world. Students are asked to discuss their ideas with teachers, parents and other students. Student ideas need to be discussed and considered carefully if they are to develop into the basis of their investigation.

Central Idea and Lines of Inquiry

When an issue has been identified, the next step is to define a Central Idea; which is a broad statement detailing the focus for the investigation. Students need to ask questions that will help them determine both the Central Idea and the Lines of Inquiry. Lines of Inquiry should connect closely to the central idea, allowing students to have a clear and focused direction for their investigation.

Discussion with teachers, parents and peers continues throughout the develop of both the Central Idea and the Lines of Inquiry allowing individuals the opportunity to determine a focus that is both realistic and achievable.

The whole process demonstrates the learning that has taken place in the PYP. Teachers assess the planning and learning; including the reflections, the methods used, the clarity of the link between the organizing themes and the final presentation, and future actions identified as part of the investigation.

Gathering Materials

Next students need to choose appropriate resources and materials. Choosing a variety of information sources, , enable students to improve the quality of their completed project. Students are encouraged to use the BIG 6 to help them with their planning and organization.

1. TASK DEFINITION: What needs to be done?

2. INFORMATION SEEKING STRATEGIES: What resources can I use?

3. LOCATION AND ACCESS: Where can I find these resources?

4. USE OF INFORMATION: What can I use from these resources?

5. SYNTHESIS: What can I make to finish my job?

5. EVALUATION: How will I know I did my job well?

Examples of sources of information include:

  • Interview people
  • Field trips
  • Guest speakers
  • Read newspapers, magazines and listen to the news
  • Discuss issues with others
  • Take photos of people and issues in the environment
  • Be observant in ordinary places
  • Visit places outside your comfort zone

Reflection

 
Throughout the whole project, students need to reflect on their learning in a written journal. Journal entries should be regular and consistent. They should include ideas, goals, actions taken and decisions made throughout the process.
 

Presentation

Towards the end of the project students will participate in the Exhibition. This SPH community event will display the outcome of the students inquiries. Students need to consider how they will display their work at the Exhibition. The best presentations often include:

  • An exhibition that makes the results of the inquiry clear, informative and appropriate for all ages,
  • A student who is well-prepared and able to speak confidently about the material presented and,
  • Drawings, pictures or other items that make the presentation visually attractive

There are many ways to present your findings including:

  • Written work (posters)
  • Oral presentations (demonstrations, experiments)
  • Models, dioramas, mobiles
  • Slide shows or movies
  • Dance, drama or music
  • Mixed media
  • There are many other options, limited only by your imagination.