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Help students conquer that “Where do I even start?” feeling with this clear and supportive Brainstorming and Research slideshow! Designed for middle and high school learners, this lesson simplifies the steps of developing a research topic and gathering credible sources.
Students will:
Understand how to move from general curiosity to a specific research topic
Learn to use reliable vs. unreliable sources (like why Wikipedia can help but not be used as a source)
Practice mind mapping and organizing thoughts
Explore a step-by-step example using the topic of the Titanic
Receive actionable research prompts and strategies
Feel more confident, supported, and empowered during project planning
🎯 Great for grades 6–10
📘 Aligned with informational writing and research standards
🧠 Reduces overwhelm and supports executive functioning
🖥️ Perfect for classroom lessons, library workshops, or online learning
🎨 Presentation template by Slidesgo, icons by Flaticon, visuals by Freepik