Practice Formulating Questions - 8.4.2.1.2 | Module 8: Performance, Reflection, and Independent Inquiry | IB 8 English
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Formulating Questions

8.4.2.1.2 - Formulating Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is a researchable question?

💡 Hint: Think about questions that require explanation.

Question 2 Easy

Provide an example of an open-ended question you might ask in a science project.

💡 Hint: Focus on how to provoke deeper thought and analysis.

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Question 1

What type of question allows for deeper analysis?

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💡 Hint: Think about how the question is structured.

Question 2

Researchable questions are usually what type?

True
False

💡 Hint: What kind of questions engage deeper thought?

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a set of three related research questions based on a broad interest in technology in education. Ensure they are open-ended and allow for exploration.

💡 Hint: Think of different facets of the topic.

Challenge 2 Hard

Explain how a poorly formulated question (e.g., 'Is pollution bad?') could be restructured into a better question suitable for research, demonstrating your understanding of researchable criteria.

💡 Hint: Focus on specificities and breadth of inquiry.

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