Lesson 4: Developing a Credible Research Question

It can be answered with a simple yes or no.

It is broad enough to cover multiple subjects at once.

It asks about personal opinions without needing research.

It is clear, specific, and open-ended enough to explore with evidence.

To summarize the findings of existing research.

To provide a broad overview of a topic.

To guide the research process by focusing on a specific inquiry.

To list all possible perspectives on an issue.

It can be answered with a simple yes or no.

It is broad enough to cover multiple unrelated topics.

It seeks to confirm the researcher's pre-existing beliefs.

It is clear, focused, and allows for in-depth exploration.

Bias makes the research process faster.

Unbiased questions ensure a more objective and credible investigation.

Bias is necessary to support a predetermined conclusion.

Avoiding bias is only important in scientific research.

By offering definitive answers to research questions.

By presenting a single perspective on an issue.

By highlighting various themes and perspectives that can inspire inquiry.

By limiting the scope of potential research topics.

Formulating a question that is too broad or too narrow.

Ensuring the question is open-ended.

Focusing on a specific aspect of a topic.

Considering multiple perspectives.

Focus on a vague timeframe.

Concentrate on a specific element of the topic.

Select a completely different topic.

Eliminate all specific details.

It limits the research scope artificially.

It guides research and maintains focus.

It increases the question's complexity.

It makes the question easier to answer.

What is social media?

How does social media affect teen mental health?

Is social media good or bad?

What are the effects of social media?