
Try to avoid being too local (if the area is a small town, for example), or too recent, as there may not be enough research conducted to support an entire paper on the subject.Īlso, avoid super analytical or technical topics that you think you’ll have a hard time writing about (unless that’s the assignment…then jump right into all the technicalities you want). It’s good to be clear about what you’re researching, but make sure you don’t box yourself into a corner. Solution: If schools were to make one change to high schools to improve the well-being of their students, what would be most effective, and why?.Culture or Group: How does the mental health of inner-city students compare to those in the suburbs or places like Silicon Valley?.Location: How does the mental health of students in your area compare to students in the next state (or country) over?.


It’s the sort of project that can leave even the most organized student quaking in their boots, staring at the assignment like they’re Luke Skywalker and it’s the Death Star. When I was in college, depending on the class, I even dreaded these. Unless you’re a weirdo like me, you probably dread them.
