INRW 0311 Integrated Reading and Writing -Yarbrough: Choose a Topic

Need to choose a topic?

There are many ways you can find topics:

• Look through your textbook for ideas.
• Browse magazines and newspapers to find current or local topics.
• Read through journals in your field of study to find topics related to your career or current issues going on in that field.
• Skim through a specialized encyclopedia that covers your subject such as the Encyclopedia of Psychology or the Encyclopedia of Education.
• Scroll through the current issues databases like Opposing Viewpoints or SIRS Researcher for a list of hot topics.
• Browse through online news sources such as CNN, MSNBC, or ABC News for current topics.
• Ask your instructor for suggestions or feedback on your topic choice.