ELA 11 - Research Paper: Topic Selection
Use the tabs below to find resources for your English 11 research paper.
Choosing a Topic
- Choose something you are interested in.
- Keep in mind your topic may change as you research and write.
- Pick a few topics you want to explore further and then find background information and refine your topic to see if you want to continue down that path. If not, try out a different topic until you find one you like.
Watch: Picking Your Topic IS Research
Watch: Research Process
Topic Finder Tools
We have 2 databases that can help you explore topics.
- Credo Source Reference (NHS) This link opens in a new window
Browse the topics listed or use the "Mind Map" tool to see how topics are related.
- Gale In Context: High School (MHS) This link opens in a new window
Browse the topics listed or use the "Topic Finder" tool (click on "advanced search") to see how topics are related.
Collect Keywords
As you explore your topic, make notes on what terms are used. This will help you in your more advanced searching.