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LL254 Composition and Research
Portfolio Research Essay
Information Literacy Form 1: Developing a Topic
SS# (Last Four Digits):__________________________________ Date: ___________
Each question is worth 20 points. All responses must be entered in keyboard format.
1. Choose a general topic from the list of research essay topics your instructor provided
(For example: “First Ladies”).
________________________________________________________________________
2. List as many questions as possible that you have about this general topic: at least 8-10
(For example: Who are some of the most influential first wives in U.S. History?)










3. List possible sub-topics
(For example: Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton, Nancy Reagan, Eleanor Roosevelt)



Source: Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Developing Research & Communication Skills. Guidelines for
Information Literacy in the Curriculum. Philadelphia: MSCE, 2003.
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4. Based on your questions and potential list of subtopics, list possible key word
combinations you will use to conduct your search for useful information on your
general topic. List a minimum of three key word combinations
(For example: “Michelle Obama”education, “Michelle Obama” healthcare)



5. Use the information you have found to create a preliminary three part thesis that you
would like to focus on in your research essay.
(For example: Sub-Topic: Michelle Obama;
Preliminary thesis points: inspiration as a leader for women,
influence on fashion,
impact on wellness)
Sub-Topic:__________________________________________________
Preliminary Thesis Points:
_____________________ , ________________________, ___________________________
Source: Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Developing Research & Communication Skills. Guidelines for
Information Literacy in the Curriculum. Philadelphia: MSCE, 2003.
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