Individual Research Project #2
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Name: ______Date: ______
You have now completed your first Individual Research Project of the year, and it is time to starting thinking about your second. This IRP will be very similar to the previous one; however, the “presentation” of the information will be in the form of a well-written Research Paper – minimum five (5) pages.
Introduction:
- Grab the reader’s attention.
- Identification and definition of the topic:
- Statement of the primary research question.
- Major sub-questions you are trying to answer.
- THESIS statement as to importance/significance of the topic chosen,
- This is the reason why you chose the topic and the goals of research.
- Reminder: It is okay if your original thesis is disproven by your research.
Supporting Information:
- Paragraphs of supporting information that directly relate to the thesis.
- Statistics, research, information, surveys, interviews, first-hand accounts, etc.
Conclusions:
- Summary of answers leading to a conclusion regarding thesis statement and research question.
- Predictions for future or suggestions for next steps/subsequent research.
Bibliography/Sources:
- Including print, electronic, and firsthand (interview) sources listed in PROPER format.
Final Submission Information:
The Research Paper, with Bibliography attached, is all that is required for the final submission. You will keep your research, planning sheets, etc. in the folder.
The rough and final drafts of written portions must be…
- Typed in a clearly legible, standard 12 point font
- Font options are as follows; Times, Times New Roman or Arial
- Paper must be double spaced with one inch margins.
- All pages must be numbered.
Structuring Your Project:
For IRP#2, YOU will set YOUR due dates, save for the first and final check, as seen below. The Research Paper is due on Monday, May 21st, 2018, and you must turn in each of the following items in order and by the due dates listed below. Turn in your RED FOLDER, with all relevant/important information for each check. You may schedule a meeting with us, if you feel it necessary,at any time during the process, but it is not required.
Due Dates:
Structuring Your Project (this sheet):Tuesday, February 6th
Preliminary planning sheet #1 (Selecting Topic): ______
Preliminary planning sheet #2 (Topic Questions):______
Preliminary planning sheet #3 (Group Suggestions): ______
Research Check #1:______
First Draft of Introduction:______
Research Check #2:______
Preliminary Conclusions Identified:______
Final Research Check and Research Paper Outline:______
First Draft of Conclusion:______
Bibliography/Sources Page (Works Cited): ______
First Draft of Research Paper: (No later than 4/30)______
Final Draft of Research Paper:Monday, May 21st
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Due Date Revision Sheet
Instructions:
Even though you have completed your first IRP, and have set goals for IRP #2, life does happen and you may need to adjust some of your due dates. Use this sheet to revise any of your due dates. If you do revise due dates, you must have one of us sign off on the change. The only dates that are set are the date for the previous sheet and the date that your paper is due.
Due Date Sheet:Tuesday, February 6th
Preliminary planning sheet #1 (Selecting Topic): ______
Preliminary planning sheet #2 (Topic Questions):______
Preliminary planning sheet #3 (Group Suggestions): ______
Research Check #1:______
First Draft of Introduction:______
Research Check #2:______
Preliminary Conclusions Identified:______
Final Research Check and Research Paper Outline:______
First Draft of Conclusion:______
First Draft of Research Paper: (No later than 4/30)______
Rough draft Bibliography/Sources Page (Works Cited): ______
Final Draft of Research Paper:Monday, May 21st
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Planning Sheet #1
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Preliminary Planning Sheet #1 – Selecting Your Topic
Use this sheet to brainstorm any new topics or questions that you are interested in researching. List those questions/topics in the space below.
Remember, if you only scratched the surface of your topic in IRP #1, then you are welcome to delve deeper into this topic for IRP #2.
Are any of the topics/questions you listed above related? Can connections be made?
You now need to identify an overarching question that you are focusing on. For example… “What impact has technology had on the comfort of shoes?”
Write that question here: ______
Preliminary Thesis Statement: ______
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Planning Sheet #2
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Preliminary Planning Sheet #2 – Topic Questions
Research Topic: ______
Topic Questions:
Now that you have identified the topic you wish to research, use the space below to list a minimum of ten (10) questions you have about that topic. These questions should help you define your research and keep the focus on your thesis.
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Planning Sheet #3
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Preliminary Planning Sheet #3 – Group Suggestions
Directions:
Share your topic and starter questions with a MINIMUMOFTHREE of your peers. Your responsibility is to write down their responses; do not judge what they say. Just write down their questions and ideas.
Use the graphic organizer on the next page to record all the ideas, comments and questions they suggest.
After you have received feedback from at least three of your peers, use the final column of the graphic organizer to share your thoughts on their suggestions.
THE GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS ARE ON THE NEXT PAGES
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Peer Name: / Peer Comments:What feedback, advice, suggestions, etc. can you provide? / Your Comments:
Were the comments of your peers appropriate for your research? Why? Why not?
Peer Name: / Peer Comments:
What feedback, advice, suggestions, etc. can you provide? / Your Comments:
Were the comments of your peers appropriate for your research? Why? Why not?
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
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IRP #2Name: ______
Research Check #1
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Research Check #1
Instructions:
On the line above, you have set a date that you will be submitting the FIRST set of data/information that you have collected from researching your topic.
You should hand in your RED FOLDERwith all of the information you have found. This information may be in the form of note cards, printed pages, pictures, websites, etc.
The goal is to check in with you to make sure you are coming along with your research.
TEACHER COMMENTS:
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
First Draft of Introduction
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Introduction – First Draft
Instructions:
Now that you have compiled some research on your topic that supports your thesis, you are at the point where you should be able to write a first draft of your introduction. This does NOT mean that this will be the same exact introduction you write for your paper, as you will continue to do research and will most likely find more data.
The goal for writing this first draft of the introduction is to further focus you on the research and help you plan out the rest of your paper.
Your introduction should do the following:
Engage the reader/grab the reader’s attention
Identify the topic you chose to research.
Identify your thesis statement.
Identify the reasons you will give to prove your thesis statement is accurate.
Print out a copy of your introduction and put it in your yellow folder. Turn in your RED FOLDERby the date of the check. We will return the draft with comments/edits.
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Research Check #2
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Research Check #2
Instructions:
On the line above, you have set a date that you will be submitting the SECOND set of data/information that you have collected from researching your topic. You should hand in your RED FOLDERwith all of the information you have found. This information may be the form of note cards, printed pages, pictures, websites, etc.
The goal is to check in with you to see how you have progressed since the FIRST check.
TEACHER COMMENTS:
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Preliminary Conclusions
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Preliminary Conclusions
Instructions:
This sheet is for you to identify the conclusions you have come to based on your research. These conclusions should be directly related to your thesis and should be supported by the data/information you have found.
In the space below, or on a typed page attached to this sheet, LIST the PRELIMINARY CONCLUSIONS you have come to and the data/information/rationale that supports them.
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Final Research Check/Outline
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Final Research Check and Research Paper Outline
Instructions:
At this time, your research should be coming to a close; therefore, it is time to check to see what new info you have gathered and to see how you are planning the paper.
On the line above, you have set a date that you will be submitting the FINAL set of data/information that you have collected from researching your topic.
Additionally, you will be submitting an OUTLINE of your paper. This outline is the skeleton of your paper and should be used to direct the writing.
Print out a copy of your outline and place it in your RED FOLDER. You should hand in your folder with ALL of the information you have foundAND the outline.
TEACHER COMMENTS:
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
First Draft of Conclusion
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
First Draft of Conclusion
Instructions:
You are coming to the end! By this stage in the process, you should have all of your research completed and be working on writing the paper.
A little while ago (it could be weeks or days, depending upon the schedule you set), you identified some preliminary conclusions. You, then, continued your research and wrote an outline for your paper. Now is the time to hand in the first draft of your CONCLUSION. This should be pretty close to the same conclusion you will write in the paper.
We are checking to make sure that your thesis has been proven to be correct and that your reasoning is sound. Of course, we will check for mechanical errors.
Print out a copy of your conclusion and submit it in your RED FOLDER.
TEACHER COMMENTS:
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Works Cited
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Works Cited & Resources
Research Topic: ______
Directions:
As you research your topic, you will be getting information from many sources, such as the following: books, internet, people, etc. It is always important to keep track of these sources to avoid plagiarism and to relocate or verify information.
Use this sheet to record your sources. Include pertinent information about the author, speaker or artist, publisher or producer, date of publication or interview and any other information that helps identify your sources. Keep this sheet handy as you research. Be prepared to hand it in with your final paper. Attach any extra sheets as needed.
When it comes to your Works Cited, IRP #2 will have the following requirements for PROFICIENT:
A total of SIXTEEN SOURCES have been used and cited.
You have conducted ONE INTERVIEW or ONE SURVEY
You have used FIVE PRINT SOURCES
- Books, Magazines, Encyclopedias, etc.
You have used TEN WEB/MEDIA SOURCES
- Websites, TV, Radio, etc.
Bibliography in proper format
Citations within document
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
IRP #2Name: ______
Research First Draft
Date Set: ______
Individual Research Project #2:
Research Paper First Draft
Instructions:
Today is the day!!! The FIRST draft of your research paper is due. Print out a copy of the paper and submit it in the bin. You do NOT submit your folder, for this check.
You are encouraged to write more than one draft; however, this will be the only draft that we will require you to write and that we will check/edit.
The due date for the first draft of your paper can be no later than Monday, April 30th
TEACHER COMMENTS:
Teacher Initials: ______Date: ______
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