Maybe you want to write about “mental health in high schools” for your paper in your education class. Even if you hate the class, there’s probably at least one topic that you’re curious about. You and this topic are going to be spending a lot of time together, so you might as well pick something you like, or, at the very least, have a vague interest in. With a well-devised plan, some courage, and maybe a little help from a few midichlorians, you can conquer your research paper, too.Īnd pick one that interests you. How on earth are you supposed to tackle this thing?įear not, for even the Death Star had weaknesses. You have to pick a broad topic, do some in-depth research, hone in on a research question, and then present your answer to that question in an interesting way.
It’s the sort of project that can leave even the most organized student quaking in their boots, staring at the assignment like they’re Luke Skywalker and it’s the Death Star. When I was in college, depending on the class, I even dreaded these. Unless you’re a weirdo like me, you probably dread them.