This document discusses the importance of research and planning for media productions. It provides examples of different types of research, including primary and secondary research, and qualitative and quantitative research. Various planning methods are outlined such as storyboarding, shotlisting, and flat planning. Students are instructed to explain the research and planning they conducted for their productions, and to analyze how it helped improve their understanding. They are asked to post their answers on their blog in 5 paragraphs addressing their research methods, planning activities, and insights gained.