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Although some resources are better than others, all of the choices can aid you in selecting a research topic.

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Your textbook is an excellent place to look for topic ideas. Not only will you get information that can be used within your paper, you will also find references to works that discuss the various topics. You may also find alternate terminology to use when researching.

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Although your life experiences will not provide specific terms to describe your topic, it does help you choose a topic that will be more meaningful to research.

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The primary function of the online catalog is to help you locate books, videos, print journals and other items housed at the library. However, it may also be used to get a brief list of what sources are available on possible topic selections.

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Your syllabus should include an outline of the topics that will be discussed in class throughout the term. Not only will you get an advanced look at upcoming topics but you may find references to sources on your topic as well.

Question 7

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Which of the following is not a helpful resource for identifying a topic for research?

Class notes
Online Catalog
Syllabus
Textbook
Applicable life experiences
None of the above

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Class notes are an excellent place to look for a research topic. Many times, instructors will even recommend specific resources that could be used to find information on those topics.