Choosing a Topic & Developing a Research Question
Choosing a Topic
When selecting a topic for your research, ask yourself the following questions:
- Will it sustain my interest?
- Am I choosing a topic because it seems easy or my friends are doing it?
- Does it fit the parameters of my assignment?
- How much time do I have and how long does the assignment need to be?
- Is credible information on this topic readily available?
Watch this Credo Learning Tools video on How to Select a Topic which is an essential foundational step of the research process. The other videos listed on the Credo Research Quick Tips page from the How to Select a Topic video could also be helpful. Take your time viewing those resources.
