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Lab Report Self or Peer-Edited Checklist
Title
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There is a title.
The title makes sense.
Abstract
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There is an abstract.
It summarizes the purpose of the experiment.
It discusses the major findings/results of the experiment.
Introduction
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There is an introduction.
Why did you conduct the experiment (rationale)?
What did you hope to learn (purpose)?
What did you think would happen (hypothesis)?
Procedure/Methods
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There is a procedure or methods section.
The steps are clearly listed.
The procedure is accurate and thorough.
Diagrams of the lab set-up are included (if applicable).
The diagrams are neat and clearly labeled.
Data/Results
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There is a data or results section.
It includes written observations.
It includes data tables.
It includes graphs (see below for checklist).
It includes units or dimensions for each measurement.
Graph (if applicable)
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The graph is titled.
The x and y axes of the graph are labeled.
The independent variable is on the x axis and dependent variable is on the y axis
You have determined an appropriate scale for the x and y axes; subdivide the axes.
Plot the data pairs on the graph.
Summarize the data trends on the graph with a curve fitting.
Calculations (if applicable)
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There is a calculations section.
It includes a sample for each calculation.
It includes calculation tables.
It includes units for each measurement and answer in sample calculations.
Conclusion
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There is a conclusion.
You include the following in your conclusion...
 What was the purpose of the experiment?
 What were the major findings?
 Was the hypothesis supported by the data?
 How do you explain these findings?
 What specific recommendations do you have for further study and for improving the experiment?
Quality
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You have labeled each section of the lab report.
The lab report is sequenced properly.
There is a name below the title.
You have completed the lab report on time.
You have proofread for spelling and mechanical errors.
Suggestions for improvement:
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