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Research Process

WISE Research Model

The WISE Research Model takes students through the steps of the research process. 

These steps are a helpful guide when completing research projects for any content area. 

Wise Research Model

Image shows the WISE Inquiry Based Research Model

Wonder:  

  • Generate curiosity
  • Build Background
  • Create Questions

Investigate:

  • Find relevent information
  • Paraphrase ideas
  • Cite sources

Synthesize:

  • Organize information
  • Draw conclusions
  • Reevaluate

Express:

  • Communicate understanding
  • Convey new ideas
  • Self assess