Something that interests you
Practical research (something for work, something for your future)
Ask your instructor
Be flexible with your topic
Example: Let's say that your research topic is adult education.
What is the difference in online learning speed for adults in higher education from that of the traditional student?
Using our example:
What is the difference in online learning speed for adults in higher education from that of the traditional student?
Online learning speed; adults in higher education; traditional students
Subject Keyword Search
Go to the library catalog at http://library.brenau.edu. Enter a subject keyword or keywords in the box next to Find. From the menu next to Type of Search, arrow down and select Subject Keyword Search. Click on the Search button. You will see a list of titles related to the subject area that interests you. Select any 'See Also' or 'Info' button in the # column for hints to improve your search strategy.
Subjects Within A Record
Perform a search using the keywords "online learning". In the dropdown box select Full Text Keyword Search and hit enter. Click on the first record you see. Scroll until you see "Find more regarding...". Notice all the other words to use while performing your research.
Using our example:
Online learning speed; distance learning, learning styles, learning process, learning pace, learning style, computer assisted instruction
Adults in Higher Education; continuing education, non-traditional age college student
Traditional Student(s); traditional setting, conventional student(s)
Narrow using our example:
What is the difference in online learning speed for retired adults in higher education from that of the traditional student?
Broaden using our example:
What is the difference in online learning speed for adults in higher education from that of the traditional student? [It already is broad]
