Communication Studies: Find a Topic
Find a Topic
Choosing a topic can be the hardest part of the process! This PCC Library guide can help: Paper Topic Ideas
Another option is to browse news articles, editorials and blogs for ideas. See what catches your interest on a news site; keep track of what interests you as you watch youtube videos or check social media. Discover your topic by noticing what you find interesting. Places to browse:
- Science DailyRead the latest in science research about health, the environment, space exploration and more.
- United Nations "Global Issues"Overview of issues that transcend national boundaries, with links to additional resources.
- Google NewsUp-to-date news articles about current events.
- Pew Research Center "Politics & Policy"Nonpartisan research and analysis of current politics.
- Pew Research Center Internet & TechnologyReports on current internet and technology issues.
- Pew Research Center Family & RelationshipsReports on current issues around family and relationships
Find Articles with EBSCO
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Turning an Interest into a Research Question
In this video, you’ll learn how to turn something you find interesting into a researchable question for a college research project.
Current Issues with Pro/Con
Opposing Viewpoints in Context
Articles with different points of view on current social, political, environmental and cultural issues in the United States. View the Opposing Viewpoints handout [pdf].
procon.org
A non-profit web site with a selection of points of view on current issues.