Define Your Topic
When you first begin your research, it is helpful to search for background information surrounding your topic. Doing background research can help you identify keywords that might help you in your search.
Brainstorm Ideas
- What do you find interesting?
- Must be relevant to assignment.
- Avoid topics that are too broad or narrow.
Gather Background Info
- What terms do you need to know to better understand the issue?
- Who is affected by the issue?
- What are the main controversies?
- Who are the key figures and organizations?
- What significant events/policies have there been?
Take Concepts from the Assignment
- environmental sustainability action or policy
Take Concepts from Background Information
- environmental sustainability and The Inflation Reduction Act
Ask a Research Question
- What are the ways that the Inflation Reduction Act has positively impacted the environment?
