Brainstorming Ideas
Finding a topic and narrowing it down to write a thesis statement or question can be daunting. Ask yourself questions such as the ones listed below and use a mind map to expand on ideas. Do not evaluate ideas during this process; even seemingly irrelevant ideas can lead you to good research areas.
Online Resources to Create a Mind Map
- Consider your content -- what are your main interests?
- Have you had any significant or meaningful personal experiences related to your content or topic?
- Is there anything that you have studied in your coursework that you found particularly exciting?
- Do any specific theories or concepts related to your content interest you?
- What are your career goals upon graduation?
- What major issues or problems are present in your content/topic today?
- Have you read anything interesting related to your content?
Online Resources to Create a Mind Map
