Research Process and Question Development

This video tutorial guides students through the process of selecting and developing a research topic. It emphasizes the importance of choosing a topic that aligns with the assignment and personal curiosity. The video introduces brainstorming techniques, the use of a KWL chart, and the distinction between open and closed questions. It also explains how to formulate essential questions that drive deeper inquiry. The tutorial concludes with advice on getting teacher approval and using resources like OSLIS for further research.

What is the first step in developing a research topic?

• Choosing a topic you know nothing about

• Brainstorming interesting topics related to your assignment

• Starting with a detailed research question

• Selecting a topic that is not related to your assignment

What is the benefit of choosing a topic you are curious about?

• It is easier to find information

• It requires less effort

• It makes the research process more enjoyable

• It guarantees a high grade

What does the 'K' in a KWL chart stand for?

• Knowledge

• Keep

• Know

• Kind

What does the 'L' in a KWL chart stand for?

• Link

• List

• Learn

• Locate

Which type of question often begins with 'who', 'what', 'where', or 'when'?

• Complex questions

• Closed questions

• Essential questions

• Open questions

How can a closed question be revised to become more open-ended?

• By reducing the number of possible answers

• By changing it to start with 'why'

• By adding more options

• By making it more specific

What is an essential question in research?

• A question that is rich and open-ended

• A question with a simple answer

• A question that is easy to answer

• A question that has only one source

What should you do after determining your essential question?

• Get it approved by your teacher

• Ignore it and choose another topic

• Start writing your research paper

• Begin the process of choosing keywords

What is the purpose of using keywords in research?

• To limit the scope of research

• To make the research more complex

• To help find relevant information

• To confuse the reader

Which resource is recommended for more information on the research process?

• Wikipedia

• Google

• OSLIS

• Library books