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Navigating the Research Process: Do You Have a Topic?

This guide is a comprehensive overview of the research process.

 

Do You Have a Topic?

As you embark on another research paper, you may feel a bit intimidated. Whether you have a topic or not, this flowchart will guide you through all the steps in the process.

Click here if you have a research or paper topic already. You can then begin with gathering background information about your topic. 

Click here if you do not already have a research or paper topic. The following tips will help you develop one. Keep in mind that as you research, your topic might change, and your instructor may also have good ideas or feedback about it for you.

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