12th Grade Conduct Original Research Lessons

Learn to conduct academic research through critical steps such as selecting a topic, exploring resources, and evaluating sources. Develop skills in identifying reliable information and building a strong foundation for academic investigations.

Examine the fundamental steps in costume design with a focus on research, character analysis, and sketching techniques within theatre arts. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the design process, from initial concepts to final costume fittings, enhancing skills in creatively conceptualizing character wardrobes and effectively presenting designs to directors.

Investigate Ivan Pavlov's groundbreaking research on classical conditioning, demonstrating a key form of learning through his canine experiments. Understand how interactions with the environment mold behavior and accurately identify unconditioned and conditioned responses.

Explore the practices and ethical considerations of animal testing, focusing on commonly used species, testing methodologies, and the organizations involved. Gain insights into various ethical perspectives and understand the biological similarities between humans and test animals that inform research decisions.

Exploration of evaluating sources principles emphasizes distinguishing between primary and secondary sources. Learners will build information literacy skills by developing the ability to assess the reliability and validity of various informational sources.

Explore key concepts in research methods with a focus on cognitive biases such as hindsight bias and overconfidence, along with fundamentals of hypothesis testing and operational definitions. Develop critical thinking skills and learn how to effectively design and interpret experiments, preparing for advanced studies in psychology or related fields.

Develop critical research skills by identifying biases and evaluating the reliability of information sources. Gain a deeper understanding of distinguishing credible sources, assessing media reliability, and applying these skills in real-world research scenarios.

Explore key research methodologies, focusing on sampling techniques such as stratified and random sampling. Gain an understanding of the differences between quantitative and qualitative approaches, and analyze case studies like Jane Goodall's work to enhance the ability to apply various research methods effectively.

Focus centers on developing foundational skills necessary for writing a research paper. Enabling learners to improve organization of research, construct logical arguments, and formally present scholarly work.

Explore the role of language learning applications, examining user engagement and the influence of playful reminders on learning habits. Gain insights into the range of languages available, including constructed languages, and analyze user interaction patterns.

Developing research proposal writing skills will focus on effectively identifying and articulating research gaps. The learning process will enhance the ability to recognize and address gaps in knowledge, population, methodology, and evidence. This will refine research arguments and improve overall academic writing skills.

Develop critical skills in crafting effective research questions and evaluating the credibility of online information. Focus on formulating clear and impactful inquiries while learning to assess the accuracy and relevance of digital sources.

Guides learners through an independent research project centered on analyzing articles and exploring Native American cultural events. Enhances research and analytical skills by providing insights into historical and contemporary issues and evaluating cultural activities within the Choctaw Nation.

Engage in a comprehensive analysis of competitors' products by focusing on essential skills such as feature identification, target audience comprehension, and marketing strategy evaluation. Develop the ability to critically assess competitive offerings and express unique value propositions, thereby enhancing strategic thinking and product development capabilities.

Focuses on foundational research skills, highlighting basic methods and academic inquiry. Learners gain the ability to design research projects and understand research ethics, ultimately enhancing their capability to conduct independent studies.