#AP Research: Big Idea 4 - Research Deep Dive 🚀

Hey there, future AP Research rockstar! 👋 You're diving into Big Idea 4, the heart of your research journey. This is where you'll transform from a student into a researcher. Let's make it awesome!

#Big Idea 4: The Research Process

This section is all about doing research – not just reading about it. You'll be connecting evidence, forming arguments, and critically examining your own work. Remember, this is a synthesis of skills you've been building all along, especially from AP Seminar. But now, it's your research, your argument, and your conclusions. Let's get started!

#Essential Questions for Big Idea 4

Here are the core questions that will guide your research. Think of them as your roadmap:

1. How do I connect and analyze the evidence in order to develop an argument and support a conclusion?
2. Are there other conclusions I should consider?
3. How does my scholarly work emerge from my perspective, design choices, or aesthetic rationale?
4. How do I acknowledge and account for my own biases and assumptions?
5. What is the most appropriate way to acknowledge and attribute the work of others that was used to support my argument?
6. How do I ensure the conclusions I present are my own?

#Essential Questions 1 & 2: Argument Formation

#How do I connect and analyze the evidence in order to develop an argument and support a conclusion?

#Are there other conclusions I should consider?

These questions are all about crafting a solid argument. This involves:

• **Formulating a well-reasoned argume...