According to the video, what is the primary role of a research question in a research paper?

To guide the research and provide a clear purpose and focus.

List the five steps described in the video for developing a strong research question.

1. Choose a broad topic. 2. Do preliminary reading. 3. Narrow down to a specific niche. 4. Identify a research problem. 5. Write your research question.

Why is it important to narrow down a broad topic to a specific niche when forming a research question?

To ensure the research is within a feasible scope and can be achieved in a given timeframe.

Explain what it means for a research question to be 'researchable,' according to the video.

It means the answer to the question can be found by collecting empirical data or through existing literature.

The video mentions several criteria for a good research question. Name three of these criteria.

Focused, researchable, feasible, specific, complex, relevant.

Is This Question Researchable? Lesson Plan for Grade 10th Grade

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

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A good research question acts as a lighthouse, guiding your research and providing a clear purpose and focus.
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When developing a research question, it should be focused, researchable, feasible, specific, and complex.
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A research question should be relevant to your field of study or society, targeting an unanswered question and contributing knowledge for future research.

Is This Question Researchable?

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