Then, respond to this discussion topic by answering the following questions.
1. What research topic do you think that you will focus upon for this semester’s work? Why? Answer in one or
two sentences.
2. In your opinion, what is the most important step to take when reading research articles? According to the
material you’ve watched and read, what is the most important step to take when reading research articles?
Answer in one or two sentences.
3. After reading “Searching Basics” and/or watching the first two library tutorials, please find one (1) article on
your chosen research topic that review and give the findings of a research study. In responding to this
discussion topic, give the author(s), the title of the article, and a brief one- or two-sentence description of the
research study and its findings.
(The activity in this last task will help you get started on your Critical Annotated Bibliography, which is Writing
Assignment #1.)
4. Now take a moment to reflect on one classmate’s chosen topic (refer to #2). Respond to his or her thread
and write one to two sentences sharing your thoughts on his or her topic.