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Research Question. What Makes a Good Question?. Consider…. Is it specific enough? Is it testable? Do you already know the answer? Does it indicate a clear independent variable? Does it allow for possible dependent variables?. Some Questions….
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Research Question What Makes a Good Question?
Consider… • Is it specific enough? • Is it testable? • Do you already know the answer? • Does it indicate a clear independent variable? • Does it allow for possible dependent variables?
Some Questions… • What is the effect of using fossil fuels on the environment? (too general, no real DV) • What is the effect of the length of the blades of a vertical wind turbine on the amount of energy produced? (meets criteria) • How is electricity made by a turbine? (not testable) • What is the effect of the amount of oil on the number of popcorn kernels that pop in a hot air popcorn popper? (meets criteria) • What is the effect of the angle of the solar panel on the speed of a solar powered car? (meets criteria)
Submit Your Question • Review your own questions using the criteria discussed. • Choose the strongest question on your list (and the one you find most interesting) and write it on a piece of looseleaf paper or type it. Submit that to Ms. Willging by Friday 1/11/13.