Examples
Consider everything you've learned in this guide thus far. What advice would you have for the students in the following examples?
Roaring Twenties
Vivian is interested in researching the roaring 20s for her history class research project. Where should she start?
The Roaring Twenties is a huge topic! I would suggest Vivian do some background research to learn what interests her about the Roaring Twenties. Then, she can narrow her topic before she does in-depth research looking for primary and secondary sources.
Social Media Trend
Jaime wants to research how companies are using a brand-new social media trend, the trampoline challenge*, to market products for his media course. Where should he start?
It's important that Jaime understands the limitations of choosing a really recent topic. If Jaime's instructor wants them to use peer reviewed journal articles, they may not be available on a topic that is still trending. There are some strategies Jaime can use, but it would involve working closely with his instructor and a librarian.
*The Trampoline challenge is not a real social media trend, and any similarity to actual internet content is unintentional
