Research Questions

This week’s task includes developing research questions around by problem statement. I intend to deepen my of my problem by seek answers to the questions. Furthermore, the foundation of my exploration derives sfrom these questions. I believe these questions are descriptive, and show relationships. Overall, these questions are quantitative in nature.

The problem statement: I plan to determine whether or not the use of computerized concept mapping tools verses non-use of this tools increase standardized test scores for 8th grade students.

Who: 8th grade student

What: Computerized concept mapping tools

Why: To appraise the increase of standardized test scores

Here are my research questions:

1. Does the use of technological concept mapping tool increase standardized test scores for 8th grade students?

2. Is there a relationship between increased standardized test scores and student use of technological concept mapping tools?
3. Is there a measurable difference in the standardized test scores of students who use computerized concept mapping tools for concept mastery and the standardized test scores of students who do not?
4. To what degree does student content mastery as measured by standardized scores depend on computerized concept mapping tools are used?

These are some of the questions that I intent to explore in more depth. I appreciate your suggestions. Please feel free to scrutinize as necessary.