GEN499: General Education Capstone (GSV2311D)

Prepare: Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, review the Narrowing a Topic and Developing a Research QuestionLinks to an external site. web page and Integrating ResearchLinks to an external site. tutorial. These resources will help you in developing a topic.

It is also recommended that you review these tutorials from the UAGC Library:

• Database Search TipsLinks to an external site.
• Evaluating SourcesLinks to an external site.

You may also want to review the Sample Final Paper GEN499 Download Sample Final Paper GEN499, so that you can start preparing your rough draft that is due in Week 4.

Reflect:When considering a research topic, consider an interesting topic that is worth further research. For instance, having a strong opinion on a specific topic may deter you from thinking more critically, and therefore the research might end up being one-sided. It is a good idea to pick a topic in which you can provide a good argument for both sides of the societal issue.