Foundations of Inquiry · Research and Inquiry

Effective Inquiry Questions

Developing focused, researchable questions that lead to deep exploration rather than simple fact-finding.

Key Questions

  1. 1What is the difference between a 'Googleable' question and a research inquiry?
  2. 2How does a research question evolve as a researcher learns more about a topic?
  3. 3How can we narrow a broad interest into a manageable research project?

Common Core State Standards

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.7
Grade: 8th Grade
Subject: English Language Arts
Unit: Foundations of Inquiry
Period: Research and Inquiry

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