How to write an inquiry question

The question is open to research This means you should be able to use research to answer the question The scope of the course has to be realized (don’t pick a science related question because we can’t answer that with prose and poetry  Eg. What is the best way to lead a group of people?

The question may have many possible answers Cannot be answered with “yes” or “no” “Why” , “What”, “How” all work to start but be sure that the answer is….. Open-ended (no right or wrong answer) Eg. How can we improve the lives of people less fortunate in developing countries?

Direct and specific questions It has to have a clear focus BUT be vague enough to encourage many answers Direct and specific questions What effect does fear have on our actions? Why do people hurt others?

Inquiry Questions The question is open to research The question may have many possible answers It has to have a clear focus BUT be vague enough to encourage many answers The question should be reasonable for your age and subject Does it fall under the category of the human condition such as Human nature How we live our lives Human society- how we live together

Examples Why does one kill? How can we improve the lives of people less fortunate in developing countries? If one is mixed race, how does it affect their identity? What motivates one to be a suicide bomber?