Blog 10: EQ

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1. Essential Question 

Once a topic is chosen, the student will develop a working essential question.  The purpose of the working essential question is to help the student build a strong foundation of research which will allow her or him to create an essential question that encourages depth and rigor in the chosen topic.  An essential question must:

•    Provide a framework for studies (It calls for breadth and depth of research, Is not a yes/no question)

•    Take a stance (It allows you to argue some point, Cannot be a recitation of facts or a list)

•    Format (It is specific, The wording makes sense)

I reviewed the rule of three for writing an EQ.

2.  Review the following EQs: Tell us if each meets the rule of three. Tell why they do or don't.

 a.  What is the most important factor in healthy weight loss?

Does NOT meet rule of three. The question doesn't allow "breadth and depth of research" because it isn't specific enough. 

 b.  What is most important to securing a conviction in a criminal investigation?

Meets rule of three. The question is clear and concise, allowing for a wide range of possible answers.

 c.  What is most important in creating a hairstyle that best satisfies a customer?

Does NOT meet rule of three. The question isn't formatted for yes/no answers, but it creates list answers.

 d.  How can an anesthesiologist best treat chronic pain?

Meets rule of three. The question takes a stance, allowing you to research properly and the format meets rule(s).

3.  Based on your review of the rule of 3 and your experience with assessing four EQs, please write another draft EQ for your senior project.  

What is the most effective way to produce fluent readers in elementary school with the basis of the arts?