1. Deciding on your Topic and
Research Questions
BVHS Library: Emerging Tech.

2. Where do I start?
• Think about what you are interested in. The
more your like your topic, the better your
essay will be!
• Browse some databases and internet sites.

3. Using Global Issues

4. From here, you can browse issues to
find your topic.

5. Using ABC CLIO

6. Browse issues by subject here.

7. Using SIRS

8. Determining Questions
• Write your topic on a piece of paper.
• Create the following research questions,
based on your chosen global issue:
1. Background
2. Effects
3. Prevention
1. Use these questions to guide your research.