1. Analysis
1.1. Explain the significance of the topic
1.1.1. Why did you think it was important to research your topic of choice?
1.2. Synthesize information
1.2.1. Explain what you saw or noticed
1.3. Evaluate information related to your topic
1.3.1. Was the information found particularly helpful?
2. Create a research plan
2.1. Develop thesis topic
2.1.1. Research could be done individually or with a partner
2.2. formulate questions
2.2.1. Investigate a social or cultural phenomenon you are curious about (ie: How many hours a week do teens spend using social media?)
2.3. Create a detailed plan for research
2.3.1. Options to choose from include a formal research paper, questionnaire, survey, or field study
2.4. Collect information
3. Develop a topic
3.1. use effective data collecting methods
3.1.1. Use your own questionnaire, observations, or record information from a valid source
3.2. Record and organize information
3.2.1. INS to insert (Windows)
3.2.2. TAB to insert (Mac OS)
3.2.3. ENTER to add siblings
3.2.4. DEL to delete
3.2.5. All key shortcuts
3.2.6. New node
3.2.7. New node
3.3. Demonstrate academic honesty
3.3.1. Use your own words
3.3.2. If quoting, record the source
4. Communicate the results of your findings
4.1. Explain the significance of the topic
4.2. Use the correct terms orally and in written work
4.2.1. INS to insert (Windows)
4.2.2. TAB to insert (Mac OS)
4.2.3. ENTER to add siblings
4.2.4. DEL to delete
4.2.5. All key shortcuts
4.3. Use Graphs, charts, a video, or Powerpoint presentation
4.3.1. New node