Narrowing a Topic and Developing a Research Question. George Mason University Writing Center. (2008), libraries.indiana.edu/sites/default/files/Develop_a_Research_Question.pdf.
A research paper can be argumentative (topic should be debatable or controversial) or analytical (informative research with critical interpretation or sources).
Benefits from the Extended Essay process:
How to strengthen your research:
Remember to Scaffold your research by breaking it down into steps. This helps you to stay on track and makes the tasks less intimidating.
An Annotated Bibliography is a great tool for research. It helps you to organize your research. Assess the strengths and weaknesses of the source for your research.
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