Finding Your Research Question: A Step-by-Step Guide

The video tutorial guides students on how to choose a research paper topic by reviewing notes and asking what they want to teach others. It highlights common mistakes, such as rewriting notes as a final draft, and provides steps to focus the paper. The instructor demonstrates reviewing notes from articles, identifying interesting topics like biomimicry and accidental inventions, and formulating a research question. The process involves jotting down ideas and refining them into a clear research question, emphasizing the importance of organization and focus in writing.

Why is it a mistake to rewrite all of your research notes in final draft format?

What steps should you follow to determine your research question?

What are some qualities of good inventors mentioned in the lesson?

What is the significance of trial and error in the invention process?

How can studying nature contribute to the invention process?