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1. Write a topic sentence

 

 

Example:

To begin your search for education information, write down one or more ideas for a topic in sentence form. Try to express your topic as a question. The topic should be narrow enough that what you are trying to investigate is clearly defined, but broad enough that you are likely to find sufficient information in published sources.

 

What is the preferred curricular plan for elementary students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?

Looking for ideas?

Browse education journals to learn what researchers are writing about, or scan news sources to identify current news stories that interest you.

Conduct a preliminary search on a single word or concept in Academic Search Complete or ERIC

Know little or nothing about the topic?

Consult your textbook. Its index or table of contents may list related terms.

Consult a specialized dictionary or encyclopedia, such as The Encyclopedia of Education [Ref LB15.E47 2003].

Ask a Librarian to help you develop a topic.

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