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Research Question Lecture

Published on Nov 20, 2015

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Bell Work
What are the different parts to look for in order to know if a source is credible?

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TODAY
Mini Lesson on MLA
Research Questions

What is MLA Citation?

MLA (Modern Language Association) style is most commonly used to write papers and cite sources within the liberal arts and humanities.

MLA (Modern Language Association) style is most commonly used to write papers and cite sources within the liberal arts and humanities.

Why is it important?

So you do not get punished for plagarism! 
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The Research Question

What is it? Why do I need it? Where do I get one?
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Research Question: Noun
A clear and focused arguable question in which you center your research around.

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Why Do I Need a Research Question?

  • Helps keep your research focused and on track
  • The answer to this question will help you learn about your topic
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How Do I Come Up With One?

  • Find an issue that interests you
  • Explore the issue
  • Start asking questions
  • Refine and focus your questions into one

Bad Question: why do girls hate computers?

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Better Question: why are girls dropping out of computer programs at a higher rate than guys?

What makes it better?

What makes it better?

  • More specific
  • Is arguable
  • Creates a focused answer

Your research question must be approved my me

Now, create your own!

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Learning Target
I will be able to cite in MLA format
I will be able to propose a focused research question

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