Developing A Research Question
Summary
TLDRThis video script guides viewers on crafting a research question that sharpens focus on their topic and leads to a persuasive essay thesis. It emphasizes the importance of formulating arguable questions that streamline research, eliminate off-topic sources, and support strong positions. The script provides examples to illustrate how to refine questions for specificity and persuasiveness. It also highlights the role of the research question in receiving early, constructive feedback from instructors to develop a more compelling argument.
Takeaways
- đ A research question is essential for focusing on a specific topic and guiding the research process.
- đ It should lead to a persuasive essay thesis, which is a strong argument or claim that the essay will support.
- đ Early in the course, students are encouraged to draft a research question to help structure their work.
- â The question should be arguable, meaning it should provoke discussion and have varying perspectives.
- đĄ Examples are provided to help students formulate their research questions, such as addressing healthcare equity issues.
- đ A research question helps streamline the research process by identifying relevant sources and eliminating off-topic ones.
- đŒ It aids in finding sources that support a strong position and filters out those that weaken the argument.
- đšâđ« The research question allows the instructor to provide early feedback on the topic and direction of the research.
- đ Instructors may suggest refining the research question to make it more specific or persuasive.
- đ©ââïž An example of a more specific question is given, focusing on training and resources for nursing staff regarding postpartum depression.
- đ Another example shows how to make a question more persuasive, addressing solutions to digital redlining in the United States.
- đ Students are encouraged to seek help from their instructors if they need assistance with formulating their research question.
Q & A
What is the primary purpose of a research question?
-A research question helps to focus on a specific topic, provides a direction for research and writing, and should lead to a persuasive essay thesis.
At what stage of the course should a research question be drafted?
-A research question should be drafted early in the course to guide the research process effectively.
What should a research question achieve in terms of the answer it seeks?
-A research question should lead to an arguable answer, which means it should be open to debate and not have a straightforward or obvious answer.
Can you provide an example of a research question related to healthcare and equity?
-One example is: 'To solve the problem of healthcare and equity, what does the president of the State College need to do?'
What is the role of a research question in the debate over employee health care?
-A research question in this context might explore the effectiveness of employer-funded healthcare, such as: 'Why might employer-funded healthcare be more effective and why?'
How does a research question streamline the research process?
-A research question helps to find sources that directly speak to the question, eliminates off-topic sources, and supports a strong position by weeding out sources that might weaken the argument.
What assistance can an instructor provide regarding a research question?
-An instructor can provide helpful feedback on the topic and general direction, suggest developing a more specific or persuasive research question, and guide the student to refine their question.
Why might a research question need to be more specific?
-A research question might need to be more specific to narrow down the scope of research, making it easier to find relevant sources and arguments, and to develop a focused thesis.
Can you give an example of a research question that needs to be more specific?
-A revised question for 'What should we do to help women with postpartum depression?' might be 'What training and resources should hospitals provide nursing staff regarding the signs of postpartum depression?'
What is the importance of making a research question persuasive?
-A persuasive research question is one that not only seeks information but also aims to influence or convince the reader about a particular viewpoint or solution to a problem.
Can you provide an example of a research question that needs to be more persuasive?
-A revised question for 'What is digital redlining?' might be 'What is a viable solution to the problem of digital redlining in the United States?'
Outlines
đ Understanding Research Questions
This paragraph introduces the concept of a research question, emphasizing its role in guiding research and writing throughout a course. A research question is essential for focusing on a specific topic and formulating a persuasive essay thesis. Students are encouraged to draft a research question early on that leads to an arguable answer. Examples are provided to illustrate the formation of a research question, such as addressing healthcare equity or digital redlining. The paragraph also explains the benefits of a research question, including streamlining the research process, eliminating off-topic sources, and supporting a strong argument. Additionally, it highlights the importance of instructor feedback in refining a research question for specificity and persuasiveness.
Mindmap
Keywords
đĄResearch question
đĄFocus
đĄPersuasive essay thesis
đĄDrafting
đĄArguable answer
đĄStreamline
đĄSources
đĄOverwhelming
đĄInstructor feedback
đĄSpecific
đĄPersuasive
Highlights
A research question is essential for guiding your research and writing throughout the course.
It should lead to a persuasive essay thesis.
Draft a research question early in the course to focus on your topic.
The question should be arguable to foster a compelling discussion.
Examples are provided to help formulate a research question.
The research question streamlines the research process by finding relevant sources.
It eliminates off-topic sources and strengthens the argument.
The question helps to keep the research focused and prevents digression.
Instructors can provide early feedback on the research question to guide the student.
Instructors may suggest developing a more specific research question.
An example of a vague research question is given and how it can be improved.
Instructors may also suggest making the question more persuasive.
An example of a non-persuasive research question and its persuasive revision is provided.
Students are encouraged to reach out to their instructors for help with their research questions.
The video ends with an upbeat music cue.
Transcripts
SPEAKER: In this video, you will learn
what's a research question is and how
it will guide your research throughout this course.
What is a research question?
A research question helps you to focus on your topic
and make a path for your research and writing.
It should lead to a persuasive essay thesis.
Early in this course, you'll be asked
to draft a research question.
A research question should ask a question
about your topic that will lead to an arguable answer.
Here are a few examples that might help you get started
with your research question.
To solve the problem of health care and equity,
what does the president of the State College need to do?
How should community colleges solve
the problem of health care inequality
among part-time faculty?
In the debate over employee health care,
why might employer-funded health care be more effective and why?
What is the purpose of a research question?
A research question will streamline the research process
and find sources that directly speak to your question,
eliminate sources that are off topic,
help find the sources that support a strong position
and remove others.
It also weeds out sources that might take away the argument.
Getting started with research can be overwhelming,
but your question will keep you focused on sources
that support your position.
The research question allows the instructor
to give you helpful feedback on your topic
and general direction early in the course.
Your instructor might suggest that you develop a more
specific research question.
Here is an example of a research question
that needs to be more specific.
What should we do to help women with postpartum depression?
A revision of this research question might be,
what training and resources should hospitals
provide nursing staff regarding the signs
of postpartum depression?
Your instructor also might suggest
that you develop a more persuasive research question.
Here is an example of a research question
that needs to be more persuasive.
What is digital redlining?
A revision of this thesis might be,
what is a viable solution to the problem of digital redlining
in the United States?
If you need help with your research question,
please reach out to your instructor.
They will be happy to help.
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