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Today, we're looking at how to formulate effective research questions. Who can tell me why asking the right questions is essential in research?
Because if we don’t ask the right questions, we might look for the wrong information!
"Exactly! Asking the right questions leads to more targeted research. Let's remember this with the acronym QUEST:
Now that we have our questions, how do we find the information we need? What do you think?
We can use the library or search online!
Correct! Libraries have a wealth of resources. Online, however, we have to be cautious. What makes a source reliable?
Maybe if it has an author and is from a reputable site?
"Absolutely. When evaluating sources, look for authority, accuracy, bias, currency, and coverage—this acronym can help you remember: ABC2.
Let’s talk about why we should cite sources. Why is it important?
To give credit to the authors and avoid plagiarism!
"Exactly! Citing your sources respects those who contributed to your knowledge. Remember the acronym CITE:
Essential abilities for effective inquiry and information gathering.
The process of creating focused questions to guide research.
Collecting data from reliable sources relevant to research queries.
Assessing the credibility and reliability of information.
The practice of acknowledging sources to maintain academic integrity.
Always give credit, let authors shine, not citing their work would simply be unkind!
Imagine a student named Alex who found amazing ideas in a book but forgot to list the author. At the presentation, when asked about their sources, Alex felt awkward. The lesson learned: always cite to share with pride!
Remember the CITE for citations: Credit, Include, Title, Ensure! Just follow this in your research, that's for sure!
Think ABC2 when evaluating: Authority, Bias, Currency, Coverage!
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Research Skills
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Citing Sources
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Evaluating Sources
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The abilities to formulate questions, gather information, evaluate sources, and cite them responsibly.
The process of creating clear and focused questions to guide research.
The act of collecting data from various sources relevant to research questions.
Assessing the credibility and reliability of information before using it in research.
Providing proper acknowledgment of the sources used in academic work to maintain integrity.
The act of using someone else's work, ideas, or expressions without proper attribution.
Sources that are reliable, accurate, and authoritative.
This section emphasizes the significance of research skills within the IB MYP English Language & Literature curriculum, focusing on effective inquiry, information gathering, and proper citation techniques.
In this section, students will explore the essential research skills necessary for academic success. Emphasis is placed on formulating effective questions, gathering and evaluating information from reliable sources, and understanding the importance of citing sources responsibly to maintain academic integrity.
In the context of the IB MYP English Language & Literature curriculum, research skills play a pivotal role in academic inquiry. Research skills are defined as the abilities to formulate effective questions, gather relevant information, and critically evaluate sources. This section will help learners understand how to responsibly gather data to support their arguments and analyses in literary studies. Key aspects of research skills include: