Like a daisy’s petals, research is described as cyclical and fluid. As we research, we may find ourselves returning to and changing our question, or we may near the end of a project and think we’re done but discover we need to go back to find more or better sources. The messiness of research requires us to be flexible, often modifying our approaches along the way.

Additionally, working on primary research as a component of a class engages students with one another as they share their strug-gles, progress, and successes. They have the opportunity to learn both from their own experiences and each other.