Formulating the Independent Study Proposal
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Formulating the Independent Study Proposal

Students apply their epistemological understanding to design a rigorous Independent Study. They refine their research questions and select appropriate methodologies.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesSEAB H2 Knowledge and Inquiry (9751), Independent Study: Formulating a Research QuestionSEAB H2 Knowledge and Inquiry (9751), Independent Study: Research Methodology and Proposal

About This Topic

Students apply their epistemological understanding to design a rigorous Independent Study. They refine their research questions and select appropriate methodologies.

Key Questions

  1. What makes a research question epistemologically significant?
  2. How do you select the right methodology for a specific inquiry?
  3. What are the potential biases in your proposed research?

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