2nd Grade Research Skills Interactive Videos

Guide learners through structured steps in effectively using search engines to find information online. Upon completion, students will enhance their internet search skills, troubleshoot common search issues, and identify the best resources for retrieving specific online information.

Explore the role and examples of public goods and services within communities and economies, examining their impact and importance. Gain insights into resource allocation, evaluating the significance of public and private goods. Understand the decision-making process in community financial planning.

Understand the roles of organisms within ecosystems, focusing on producers, consumers, and decomposers. Gain insights into how these roles facilitate energy transfer and maintain ecological balance. Develop the ability to analyze ecosystem dynamics and interactions to deepen comprehension of ecological processes.

Explore the various types of information sources, including primary, secondary, and tertiary sources, highlighting their importance in research. Gain insights into effectively utilizing multiple sources to enhance the ability to perform comprehensive research and achieve a well-rounded understanding of study topics.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of key economic principles by examining goods and services in your community. Foster insights into the interactions between producers and consumers in the marketplace while grasping the effects of competition and demand on market dynamics.

Explore the diverse functions and activities of community centers, focusing on their purpose, common offerings, and future developments. Gain an understanding of how these centers enhance social connections and cultivate community spirit, while supporting both individual and communal well-being.

Explore economic concepts such as goods, services, and government roles, while gaining insight into geographical elements like continents and living environments. Develop skills in identifying economic activities, understanding government functions, and distinguishing between different geographical areas.

Understand the distinct roles goods and services play within a community by exploring examples such as grocery items and toy store products. Learn how various professionals contribute through specific services, enhancing the ability to differentiate between tangible goods and intangible services effectively.

Focuses on developing independent research skills to enhance critical thinking and understanding through effective information sourcing. Learners will acquire the ability to seek information independently, verify facts by cross-referencing multiple sources, and achieve a deeper comprehension by engaging with material through investigative methods.

Enhances learners' understanding of community dynamics by recognizing different places and roles such as neighborhoods, supermarkets, and banks. Develops the ability to identify various community roles and responsibilities.

Explore the significance of supporting claims with credible and relevant evidence in arguments, using space exploration as a case study. Develop skills in identifying credible sources, understanding counterclaims, and enhancing argumentative writing through structured evidence.

Explore the role of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) in public transportation, with insights into its services, community contributions, and sustainability goals. Understand operational challenges and future advancements in eco-friendly transport solutions, while identifying the skills to assess and evaluate SEPTA's impact and strategies.

Exploring question-answer relationships enhances reading comprehension by helping learners derive answers from text and prior knowledge. This process fosters critical thinking, enabling effective interpretation and analysis of reading materials.

Explore the techniques for effectively using direct quotes to strengthen writing by enhancing topic development and credibility. Learners will acquire skills in improving writing proficiency, accurately citing sources, and distinguishing between quoting and paraphrasing, thereby advancing their academic and professional writing expertise.

Explore the principles of balanced nutrition, focusing on the roles of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and essential vitamins and minerals in maintaining health. Gain an understanding of how varied diets contribute to overall well-being and the critical functions these nutrients serve in providing energy and preventing disease.

Explore the roles and structures of city government by examining the historical origins and powers of municipalities. Compare Dillon's Rule and Home Rule to understand how governance systems function and influence daily life. Gain insights into local government operations and learn how to actively engage with civic structures, developing a deeper comprehension of civic engagement and its impact.

Focus on understanding the intricacies of differences across various contexts. This educational resource is designed to cultivate insights into key concepts, explore diverse perspectives, and enhance skills in interpreting information with depth and variety.

Analyze primary sources to infer the character traits of historical figures. Develop critical thinking skills and gain insights into the historical context by evaluating various sources and forming well-supported opinions.

Focus on developing critical thinking through research techniques and information literacy. Gain skills to locate and assess information using reliable sources, enhancing analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Developing observation skills enhances the ability to interact with and understand the environment. The focus is on improving decision-making and problem-solving across various contexts by applying effective observation techniques.