hoose a topic and write a short research proposal for your research paper. You may choose your own topic; your mentor will approve or suggest changes to your topic choice as a response to this proposal. If you feel unsure about choosing a topic, contact your mentor before this assignment is due. In your proposal, be sure to include the following: 

1. Your purpose in writing the paper
2. Your reason for choosing your particular topic: Why does it interest you?
3. Your intended audience
4. Your position as the writer
5. Your preliminary thesis

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Think about the research process you used to complete Written Assignment 1. Use the following questions to frame your response:

• Where did you choose to do research?

• What sources did you consult?

• What search engines did you use? Provide a list of your search terms.

• Did you use any databases for your research in Assignment 1? If so, which? If not, use a database to research the subject you chose and report on the results. You have access to a number of databases through the Research Resources tab on the main course page.

• Did you reject any of the sources you found? If, why?

Present your response in a fully developed informative essay, complete with an introduction and conclusion.

Students Please Note: This assignment must be submitted to Turnitin.com. Reference the “Turnitin Requirement” section of the Course Syllabus.