Socjourn - A new media journal on sociology and society
Browse the databases below if you aren't sure what topic you want to focus on. These databases cover current issues and may offer some topic ideas. They generally provide background information, as well as a pro/con look at different sides of an issue.
CQ Researcher - Explores a single "hot" issue in the news in depth each week. Topics range from social and teen issues to environment, health, education, and science and technology.
Issues & Controversies - Includes coverage of hot topics in business, politics, government, education, and popular culture.
Opposing Viewpoints - Provides information on today's hottest social and controversial issues.
NPR's Hidden Brain or Code Switch series and general News segments may offer interesting topics to research.
Browsing websites such as Scientific American can help you generate topic ideas.
Why use reference books? Reference books provide you with:
Reference resources can also be a good starting point in selecting a research topic. After reviewing reference resources you can develop a plan of where to concentrate your research efforts on topics you want to explore further.
Online Reference Resources (off-campus access requires signing in using your mymsjc user name and password):