Research activities refer to interdisciplinary and comprehensive learning and inquiry activities carried out by students in the field and practical environment. By participating in the observation, investigation and experiment of actual scenes, students are encouraged to think actively and study cooperatively, and their comprehensive literacy and innovation ability are improved.

1, definition and purpose

The purpose of research activities is to broaden students' knowledge and cultivate their observation ability, practical ability and innovation ability through field practice, inquiry and experiential learning. It breaks the boundaries of traditional classroom teaching, organically integrates learning with life and disciplines, and promotes the all-round development of students.

2. Contents of research activities

The content of research activities is wide and diverse, which can cover natural science, social science, humanities and arts. For example, biological research can include field observation, plant specimen making and so on. Geographical research can include geographical survey, geological survey, etc. Cultural studies can include museum visits and traditional handicraft experiences.

3. Forms of research activities

There are various forms of research activities, which can be a day trip, research study, field trip, social practice and so on. Research activities can be carried out in various scenes inside and outside the school, such as laboratories, museums, cultural sites, farmland and so on. Let students participate and explore in practice.

4. Steps of research activities

Research activities can generally include preparation, implementation, induction and summary. In the preparation stage, teachers need to define the activity objectives, design the activity tasks and activity plans. In the implementation stage, students need to participate in field observation, data collection, experimental exploration and other activities. In the stage of induction and summary, students and teachers jointly evaluate and summarize their learning achievements and share their experiences and feelings.

5. Significance of research activities

Research activities help to cultivate students' practical ability and innovative ability, and improve students' ability to actively learn and solve problems. At the same time, research activities can increase the depth and breadth of subject knowledge and promote students' understanding and application of knowledge. In addition, research activities can also enhance students' sense of cooperation and teamwork ability.

6. Challenges and development of research activities

There may be some challenges in the implementation of research activities, such as the choice of venues, the safety of activities and the organization and management. In order to carry out research activities better, we must attach importance to teachers' training and professional development, and build an activity evaluation and quality monitoring system.