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Now you have a range of questions to start with you need to go and find out more information.
Now you have a range of questions to start with you need to go and find out more information.
Research is essential for fostering progress, innovation, and positive societal impact. It empowers individuals and societies to address challenges, seize opportunities, and create a better future. At this stage you want it to be broad and explore all areas. You might have some hunches/ideas/beliefs already but the key is to find out what is true/real
Research is essential for fostering progress, innovation, and positive societal impact. It empowers individuals and societies to address challenges, seize opportunities, and create a better future. At this stage you want it to be broad and explore all areas. You might have some hunches/ideas/beliefs already but the key is to find out what is true/real
You all need to make sure that your sources are real.
You need to make sure you are noting the source for bibliography
You should be using a range of sources including; the internet; books; data; surveys; interviews; case studies; experiments. https://scholar.google.com/
Task 1 - Start Research
Task 1 - Start Research
Go and research your questions. Think about:
Where might I go to find out more information? There is more than just Google!!!
What resources might I use?
What key words could I use in my searches?
Exploration of Existing Electronics Outcomes
Exploration of Existing Electronics Outcomes
Research Existing Outcomes
Research Existing Outcomes
What is it for? What problem does it solve or what does it do? (e.g., A smart watch tells time and tracks your fitness).
Who is the user? Who is this product made for? (e.g., A gaming headset is for gamers).
How does the user interact with it? Does it have buttons, a screen, a touch sensor, or connect to an app?
What are the main electronic parts? What kind of sensors, lights, motors, or computer chips does it use?
How is the outside designed? What materials are used for the casing? Was it designed using CAD (like Fusion 360) and then made using a 3D printer or laser cutter?
What's good and bad about it? What works well, and what could be better? (e.g., The smart watch is good because it's small, but the battery life is bad).
Is it easy to use? Is the design clear and simple for the person using it?
What new technologies does it use? Does it connect to the internet (IoT), use AI, or is it wearable?
How could it be improved? If you were to redesign it, what changes would you make?
Is it safe? Are there any risks like overheating or electrical hazards?
How long might it last? Is it built to be durable, or is it likely to break quickly?
What are the ethical considerations? This is a critical area. Consider:
Privacy: Does the device collect personal data? If so, how is that data protected?
Sustainability: Is the product designed for a long lifespan? Can it be easily repaired or recycled?
Safety: Are there any risks of electric shock, overheating, or other physical hazards?
Here are some cool Higher end projects to get inspirations from
https://magazine.raspberrypi.com/articles/10-amazing-robot-projects
Check out some of these if you are stuggling with what you could do with your ideas
Basketball Scoreboard
https://www.instructables.com/Radio-Controlled-Electronic-Basketball-Scoreboard/
Enviro-Saver
#NZ
https://www.motat.nz/about/news/samsung-solve-for-tomorrow-winners-2024/
Heart Monitor with Web intergration
https://www.instructables.com/REAL-TIME-HEALTH-MONITOR-WITH-WEB-INTEGRATION/
Task 2 - During Research
Task 2 - During Research
How do I know my resources are good?
Where can I find different points of view on this? For Merit: include different perspectives that relate to the inquiry focus
What can I do to learn more?
Research Revelvant Conventions for Electronics
Research Revelvant Conventions for Electronics
Conventions are the way in which something is usually done. In each digi area there will be specific conventions you should follow.
You need to know and understand the conventions as these will help your outcome be successful.
Task 3 - Refining & Sorting
Task 3 - Refining & Sorting
At this stage you should have asked a range of questions and researched each. You need to sort out if there are any gaps or further questions you need to ask.
You may need to refine your Essential question to be more specific now you have more information.
Ask yourself.....
Have I answered my essential question thoroughly?
Have I looked at a variety of sources/opinions?
What am I feeling about my inquiry at this point?
What are my questions now?
Has my direction changed?
Do I need to find out more information?
How can I plan to show the connections I have made?
Task 4 - Further Research.... if needed
Task 4 - Further Research.... if needed
If you still have gaps then do a little more research.
Now it's time to break down the research into take away knowledge that can be used
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