1. As a Venturer or Sea Scout complete THREE of the Venturer/Sea Scout Nova Awards.
  2. Complete requirements A and B
    A. Do ONE of the following:
  3. Show that you have had an average grade of B or higher (80 percent or higher)
    for one term or semester.
  4. Show that for one term or semester you have improved your school grades over
    the previous period.
    B. Do TWO of the following:
  5. Discuss with your mentor the following situation: Suppose you are writing a
    research paper and you find a resource in which the author’s words are so
    perfectly aligned with your perspectives and understanding that you cannot
    imagine a better way to put it in your paper than to use the author’s own words.
    How can you handle such a situation while still maintaining scholarly integrity?
  6. Discuss with your mentor the following situation: Suppose you are writing a
    research paper and you find resources with conflicting “facts” and/or conflicting
    conclusions. What are some viable strategies for resolving these conflicts and
    deciding which resources are trustworthy?
  7. Discuss with your mentor the following situation: Suppose you are writing a
    research paper and have acquired dozens of resources. How would you keep
    track of the resources, summarize the salient parts of each resource, and
    synthesize the collection of resources into a coherent research paper?
  8. Get a note from an instructor* of yours that states that during the past term
    you have demonstrated satisfactory abilities or progress in independently
    completing scholarly endeavors and proactively seeking help when needed.
  9. Do ONE of the following:
    A. Show that you have taken part in a scholarly activity (in school or in Scouting) that
    required teamwork and discuss with your mentor what you learned about how a team
    of people can work together effectively, fairly, and efficiently.
    B. Find three resources (online, in a library, personal interview, etc.) of expert advice on
    successful teamwork strategies and discuss with your mentor what you learned about
    how a team of people can work together effectively, fairly, and efficiently.
  10. Do ONE of the following:
    A. Write an argument of approximately 500 words that defends or opposes the principle
    that “Students should be obligated to report instances of cheating by others.” Discuss
    this with your mentor.