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Page 1: Deciding on a topic

Deciding on your Topic and Research Questions

BVHS Library: Emerging Tech.

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Where do I start?

• Think about what you are interested in. The more your like your topic, the better your essay will be!

• Browse some databases and internet sites.

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Using Global Issues

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From here, you can browse issues to find your topic.

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Using ABC CLIO

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Browse issues by subject here.

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Using SIRS

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Determining Questions

• Write your topic on a piece of paper.

• Create the following research questions, based on your chosen global issue:1. Background

2. Effects

3. Prevention

1. Use these questions to guide your research.