In secondary research, secondary sources are used as evidentiary support to a formulated argument first presented as a defensible thesis or main idea. In Chapter 1, your textbook authors explain how the purpose and context for college-level writing differ from other forms of personal or professional written communications.
For this assignment, complete the following:
Look ahead to the requirements for the Research Essay.
View the video on the use of prewriting strategies.
*Use the prewriting technique of listing to brainstorm potential research topics of interest that align with your professional or continued educational interests. It may be helpful to set a timer for 45–60 seconds and list whatever comes to mind.
Review your full list, and then circle the top five topics that initially interest you as potential topics for your Research Essay.
