Research Skills: Asking Questions
Formulate research questions and identify keywords for effective information gathering.
Key Questions
- Design a set of questions that will guide a focused research inquiry.
- Differentiate between broad and specific research questions.
- Evaluate how changing keywords can impact the results of an online search.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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