Selecting a Research Topic

What are we learning today?

Why are we learning it?

How will I know I have mastered today’s learning?

What kind of question is right for my project?

What can be done to prevent polar bear extinction?

How do polar bears feed their young?

What is known about polar bears?

For a research project, the “sweet spot” length of complete answer would be found in an .
For most writers their initial research topic is either too ____________ or too _____________.
Research Topic Idea: ____________________

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PRACTICE QUESTION 2: A B C D
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PRACTICE QUESTION 3: A B C D
Explain your answer:
A research question should be:

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You should ask a question that you are genuinely ______________ and/or ____________ about

Template: What effect does (Topic) have on (Focus area)?

Your research question:

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