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AP Research: Unit 3 - Approach, Design, and Method

Unit Description

Unit 3 focuses on developing an understanding of the different discipline's paradigms, ways of knowing, and inquiry methods for the purpose of determining which method best fits their chosen topic of inquiry/research question. Each student then uses a selected method to complete their investigation. Students will learn how to explain and provide justification for their chosen approach, design, and method and its alignment with the research question. Students will also learn how to conduct ethical and safe research practices. (1000-1200 words)

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