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Finding Topics for Papers and Speeches Stuck on finding a topic for writing a paper or giving a speech? There are several sources available using the Library. Not only do they supply good topical ideas, they all give background information, statistics, and bibliographies for finding further information. CQ Researcher (Ref. H35 .E35)
To find and use: To find out if your topic is covered in previous issues, go to the Reference collection on the first floor of the Library, to the call number Ref H35 .E35. Here you will find all current and past issues. Use the index to find all issues about your subject, or related subjects. The index is blue, and is at the back of the CQ Researcher binder of recent issues. Try the online version of CQ Researcher
To find and use: To find out if your topic or related topics are covered in any of the Opposing Viewpoints books owned by the Library:
Try the online version of Opposing Viewpoints Other Series In addition to Opposing Viewpoints, the library also has several other series of books which provide topic ideas and information about current and controversial issues. These series include:
Recent topics covered include immigration, endangered species, school violence, Russia and Eastern Europe, volunteerism, and more. To find and use:
10,000 Ideas for Term Papers, Projects and Reports Look for the volume in Reference at Ref LB1047.3 .L35 or in the stacks upstairs to check out at LB1047.3 .L35. Hot Topics on the World Wide Web The best place to start your web search for hot topics is OCLC NetFirst Hot Topics. Updated weekly, this resource provides a selection of high-quality Web resources covering current events and world-wide news. Adapted from "Finding Topics", Dale Vidmar, Southern Oregon University.
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