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  • English 1302 Research Essay


    Overview: "If I could change the world, what would I do?" Answer this question by picking and researching a topic of your choice, then writing an annotated bibliography and an essay.

    Topics: Here are some research topic ideas (but you may come up with your own.)

    • Gun control and school shootings
    • Stem cell research
    • Immigration law
    • Death penalty
    • Environmental conservation (animals, plants)
    • Animals in captivity
    • Hunger in your community
    • Education reform
    • Soda/sugar regulation
    • Screen-time regulation
    • Military drafting
    • Recycling
    • Regulating the media

    Research: You must have at least five (5) correctly cited sources for your project, three (3) of which must be peer-reviewed articles from the library databases using your library research skills. 

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