How do I choose a topic?
Answer
Picking a topic can seem daunting. Know that you can always get help from a librarian, and here are some things to consider:
- Make sure your topic meets the assignment requirements. Contact your instructor if you are unsure.
- Choose a topic that interests you (e.g. cars, food, environment, etc.). The process so much easier if you are at least somewhat interested in the topic. Be creative and avoid over-used and over-generalized topics
- Choose a topic that others have written about. You will find far more resources this way.
Need help with topic ideas?
CQ Researcher is a useful database for generating topic ideas. It provides in-depth coverage of the most important issues of the day. You can use the Browse Topics area to select subjects of interest.
