Yr 9 keep this in mind as you explore the world of questions. This supports your final FORMAL ASSESSMENT for MODULE 1. Due Week 1 Term 2
You are invited to explore an area of interest that is pertinent to your generation. Your personal exposure to a particular topic can be inspirational and drive purpose.
Enjoy the DEEP DIVE!
An INQUIRY QUESTION has the effect to insight passion and the desire to connects with others. It can help you develop personal beliefs, develop ideas and express them with logical reasoning.
You will need to be a critical thinker and ignite critical thinking in others by posing questions that are open ended.
What should drive you is your own curiosity.
Start with using a QUESTION QUADRANT
Actively read the task. Some suggestions are provided.e.g.
Why do humans need idol?
Why do human beings seek fame?
What is the impact of technology on thinking skills, education and communication behaviours?
OR
CHOICE - based on your interest.
A reliable argument needs reliable evidence. It is crucial to back up your claims with credible sources, such as research studies, expert opinions, or statistical data.
By providing solid evidence, you demonstrate the validity of your arguments and increase the trustworthiness of your writing.-
6 Tips for Writing Effective Reasoning in Your Essays
Evidence is found through RESEARCH- FIND EXAMPLES THAT WILL SUPPORT YOUR INQUIRY. Be opened minded find examples that will counter your thesis.
Read and reference articles, gather visual evidence if applicable, interview others, listen to podcasts - Immerse yourself.
Persuasion and opinion. These have a fundamental purpose but 'sharing viewpoints' differs from the intention of having others inheriting viewpoints.
How is a protester / activist differ from a philosopher?
Can an activist become a philosopher? If so what actions created this shift?
What is the effect of media on creating contemporary philosophers?
What would the world be like with no social media?
Why is it that social media is flooded with words of wisdom? Glossy images overlaid with a quote from a famous person. Every second feed is an insight into someone's philosophy of existence.
Quote .Quote. Quote. What does this say about the society in which we live? How does society determine what is wise?
Does everyone receive the same words of wisdom? What is the impact of technology in having the audience inherit viewpoints?
How does social media's 'philosophy of the day' reflects the human need of belonging?
Are words of wisdom reliant on research and critical thinking?
Can social media produce/ manufacture a philosopher.
What power does a quote from a 'famous' person have?
Can bombardment of words be dangerous?
Why do you think Greta Thunburg is trolled?
Is 'trolling' an expectation for those exposing themselves or their philosophy on social media?
What does trolling tell us about the society that we live in?
Why would you trust Morgan Freeman? Is spreading positive philosophical thinking on social media a trend? Why do people want it?
How can algorisms help politicians gain power?
In a world of AI can anything be trusted?
Is fake news real? How can fake news be used as a weapon?
Do will live in an orchestrated world?