26.2: Research Question and Logos (Classroom Activity)
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Think (B.E1+2.):
Create a lexicon entry for the vocabulary word.
Vocabulary List
- logos
Reread the definition of logos to make a lexicon (i.e., vocabulary list) entry that is at least three sentences long. The first sentence is your basis (B) and the other two are your individualized explanations (E1 and E2). You will accomplish that in your “Individualized Research Writing Lexicon (i.e., vocabulary list)” by creating a 3-sentence lexicon entry that utilizes the following 3-sentence formula (B.E1+2.). Write (B) the exact logos definition used in this OER as an in-text citation preceded by a transitional phrase of where the definition came from all as one sentence, (E1) the definition of logos in your own words preceded by a transition like “In other words,” and (E2) a commentary sentence(s) about why you think logos is important for research writing.
UNDERSTAND (15 minutes)
Pair (F.A.I.R.):
With a partner, share your lexicon (i.e., vocabulary list) entry for logos.
F - Freely share only what you are comfortable sharing from your lexicon (i.e., vocabulary list) entry. (Partner A)
A - Articulate what you think the main idea was from their share. (Partner B)
I - Inquire kindly about wonders or confusions you have from what they share. (Partner B)
R - Responsively reply; in other words, address whether your partner understands your lexicon entry the way you meant for it to be understood and clarify any wonders or confusions with a rationale. (Partner A)
Sheer:
If your partner was not close to understanding your lexicon (i.e., vocabulary list) entry’s intended meaning when they articulated and inquired, then sheer—change course quickly by way of editing your lexicon (i.e., vocabulary list) entry.
APPLY (30 minutes)
Individually, take about thirty minutes to write a response to each of the following research question and logical reasoning prompts:
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Who is the most appropriate person to ask your research question? (This could be you or someone else.)
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What is your research question?
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When does the context of your research question take place?
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Where does the context of your research question take place?
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How might your research question fill any gaps of knowledge?
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What gaps in knowledge exist related to your research question?
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Is your research question specific?
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Does your research question have the potential to be answered?
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Is your research question meaningful?
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How might you organize information to provide evidence?
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How might you organize information to provide reasoning?
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Is your logical reasoning clear?
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Is your logical reasoning coherent?
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Is your logical reasoning supported with evidence?
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How can you determine if your audience understands your logical reasoning or not?
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Whose logic matters most when writing within a social justice context?
ANALYZE (25 minutes)
Case Study (Whole Class Discussion):
Scholar Riley Rheezurch is researching climate change. In that process, they are learning how summary, analysis, and evaluation support strong research questions and logos. After examining articles about climate change, Scholar Riley Rheezurch summarizes key findings as well as analyzes and evaluates the strengths and opportunities for growth of different approaches to remedying climate change issues. Upon reflecting on their summary, analysis, and evaluation of the articles, Scholar Riley Rheezurch identifies a gap in knowledge that could be addressed if they revised their research question. How might Scholar Riley Rheezurch confirm that their summary, analysis, and evaluation fortifies their research question’s clarity and logic? How can Scholar Riley Rheezurch rely on fortifying their research question’s clarity and logic to strengthen their logos as a credible basis for their research?
EVALUATE (5 minutes)
Exit Ticket (Individually):
What other questions would you add to your research question and logical reasoning prompt set? That question(s) can be related to research questions and logical reasoning with researching and writing in general or specific to the topic you choose.