Topic Information Survey
TOPIC INFORMATION SURVEY
At this stage of the research process you need to both narrow and deepen your topic. Thoughtfully fill out the following information.
1. What is your topic?
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2. Why did you choose your topic? (What motivated your interest in the subject?)
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3. Have you started searching the internet for reliable sources? _______________
4. List the information you want to have in your paper, but do not have yet:
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5. Which organizations should you contact to obtain additional information?
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6. There are many types of information that can be used to defend your thesis.
Which of the following will you need to start researching? (check all that apply)
_____ Extensive background information: (ie. How other countries deal with the
situation, etc.)
_____ Testimonials
_____ Videos: documentaries (transcripts are available from many news programs such
as 20/20 and Dateline
_____ Audio Tapes: Bible studies or lectures
_____ Surveys: As you research, you will want to add in short survey information.
(NOTE: Surveys are usually no more than 10 questions)
_____ Interviews: (one interview needs to be with a professional, the other might be
someone from the opposing angle)
Who do you plan to interview?
Name: __________________________ Qualification_____________________
Name: __________________________ Qualification_____________________