Research Inquiry

Building on the understanding of what children think research is, each child was asked to find someone who does research to interview about what they think research is.

Each student has worked on their own research narratives.  They have by created a mind map and conferenced with a teacher to develop their research question.

With emphasis on the process of research rather than the product, students were encouraged to think about how they could use a range of research mediums, for example creating surveys, designing experiments, contacting and interviewing experts, visiting specialist libraries or centres, organising excursions or school visitors. Goal setting, problem solving and project planning skills required for this process were also emphasis.

There were many workshops on

·        How to find people to question – sources

·        Key information – purpose of questioning

·        Building good questions

·        Interview techniques

·        Data collection

·        Find an expert

·        Interview questions

·        Writing letters

·        Filming recording transcribing

 

We went on excursions to Ian Potter Gallery and The State Library to investigate different forms of research.

The conclusion of the Inquiry involved a reflection on what they have learnt about research.  Many students decided that research is ongoing,  it never ends and that they will continue their research into the future.