To find a topic:

• Try Gale Opposing Viewpoints under Browse Issues.
• Look in CQ Researcher under Browse Topics.

For more help, see Choosing a Topic from the Purdue Online Writing Lab.

Once you've chosen a topic, brainstorm a list of keywords, then start gathering background information.

1. Do NOT use the words "Pros" and "Cons" in your search!

2. Start early! Have first choice of books, or have books brought from another campus.

3. Keep a log. Keeping good records of your searches can help you find them again later.

4. Limit to Full Text in your database searches, and you can print out the article right now!

5. Limit to "Peer-Reviewed" or "Academic" articles if your instructor wants you to use Scholarly journal articles.