Research for Project 2: Unsolved Question


Focused Search:
  1. Create two "sides" for your question (may be "yes"/ "no" or some other dichotomy)

  2. Write down a viewpoint for side 1. This can include historical evidence and philosophical or ethical perspectives as well as unproven theories. Find a source with that viewpoint and research the type of publication and the credentials of the authors (credibility)



  3. Write down a viewpoint for side 2. Find a source with that viewpoint and research the type of publication and the credentials of the authors (credibility)



  4. Research current scientific consensus. What aspects do scientists agree about and what aspects do they disagree about? Keep track of any helpful sources you find.



  5. Read through Research Project 2--do you have any questions?

  6. Research some more interesting scientific/mathematical pictures and keep track of the source(s) of the pictures.



  7. What are some related interdisciplinary fields?



  8. Consider your own thoughts on the problem. What is most compelling to you and why?

  9. Continue researching to find more points for #7, #8, and #9.

The library guide will help you find scholarly sources and perspectives to include