Choosing a good topic is a balancing act. Not too narrow. Not too broad. How can you tell if you're on the right path?
As a general guideline, topics with 2 - 3 concepts are workable:
- How has the representation of deafness and Deaf culture changed in television and movies in the past twenty to twenty-five years?
Only one concept is too broad:
- deaf culture
- American sign language
More than three concepts is usually too narrow:
- Cochlear implants in infants and their effect on acquisition of sign language in California
The above guidelines are based on information from Walden University Library. A brief exercise in choosing the best research question is available from SUNY Empire State College.
