Research Focus

An experienced researcher does more than just assemble and report the findings of others. 

He or she also develops original conclusions and insights by synthesizing information from a variety of reliable sources.

• Evaluate multiple sources of information presented in different medias or formats
• Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing.
• Conduct sustained research projects to answer a question or solve a problem
• narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate
• synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation
• Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources
•  using advanced searches effectively
• assess the strengths and limitations of each source in terms of the task
• purpose, and audience
• integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas
• Avoid plagiarism and overreliance on any one source
• Follow a standard format for citation
• Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research
• Acquire and use academics and domain-specific words and phrases