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Graphic organizers can be a great tool to help you brainstorm and visualize your ideas. Suggestions for using these graphic organizers:
1) Edit digitally using Google Drawings.
2) Print a copy to write on.
3) Create your own version on paper.
Developing a Topic
Developing a Topic
Basics to Keep in Mind
Check the topic meets all requirements
Topic of interest to you makes research and writing easier
Topic others have written about offer more resources
Brainstorm
Big Ideas - from the news, class discussions, your curiosities
Associations - topics associated with each big idea
Approaches to Consider
Historical - pick a time period (examples: WWII or present day)
Geographical - pick an area (examples: Afghanistan or southern US states)
Sociological - pick a group of people (examples: women or children)
Topics must narrow or broaden as you see what resources are available to you.
Research topics will evolve and change as you research.
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