Is This Question Researchable?

10th GradeELA40 min

Learning Objective

I can assess a research question to determine if it is focused and researchable.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

How to Develop a STRONG Research Question | Scribbr 🎓

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Guided Notes

8 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • A good research question acts as a lighthouse, guiding your research and providing a clear purpose and focus.

  • When developing a research question, it should be focused, researchable, feasible, specific, and complex.

  • A research question should be relevant to your field of study or society, targeting an unanswered question and contributing knowledge for future research.

Practice

12 min

8 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Evaluate the following research question based on the criteria discussed in the video: 'Does social media affect teenagers?' Explain why or why not it meets the criteria of being focused and researchable.

Teacher Guide

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