Research is a careful and detailed study into a specific problem, concern, or issue using the scientific method. It is the "adult" form of the science fair projects back in elementary school, where you try and learn something by performing an experiment. This is best accomplished by turning the issue into a question, with the intent of the research being to answer the question.
Research skills are useful in almost every subject, whether it’s English, Math, Social Studies or Science. These skills will continue to pay off every day of your schooling. It is a very important part of the learning process, as well as being useful in real-life once you graduate. Middle school is a great time to develop these skills as many high school teachers expect that students already have this knowledge. Having effective research skills will help you to be successful in your classroom and set the stage for further success throughout your schooling experience.
Check out the five tutorials below which provide guidance on each step of the research process:
Click here for a direct link to all of the databases available through PGCPS. These databases support good data access because:
large volumes of data can be stored in one place.
multiple users can read and modify the data at the same time.
databases are searchable and sortable, so the data you need can be found quick and easily.
Below is a brief tutorial on how to use, Britannica School, one of the many databases available to support your learning.