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Organizational Leadership

Comprehensive guide to conducting research in this area utilizing Shapiro Library resources.

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. 

 

Narrowing Down or Broadening Your Topic

It is important to choose a topic that has a specific focus. If you select a topic that is too broad, it can be overwhelming to locate information. On the other hand, choosing a topic that is too narrow may make it difficult to find any relevant research. Think about the questions Who? What? Where? When? Why? to help with generating ideas. 

Narrowing Down or Broadening your Topic