List of Research Topic Ideas
When looking for research topics, you want to choose something that interests you and is original. For example, if you're a student of African-American history and social issues that affect African-Americans, consider a topic that's off the beaten path. For example, you could do research on African-American business owners who engage in transnational networking with other African countries and discuss how this bridges two cultures. You could also discuss African-American conservatives and what problems they have with liberal African-American community leaders.
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Multigenerational Households
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Interview multigenerational families from diverse racial, economic and regional backgrounds to get an idea of how the economic downturn has affected the state of housing in America. Discuss the conflicts and triumphs of the families and also include what scholars have written on this topic. Research other factors that contribute to multigenerational households, such as an illness in the family, divorce or desire to save money on a future home.
Gender Roles in Third World Countries
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Examine gender roles in Third World countries, particularly in the home and workplace. You could discuss how political unrest, economic disenfranchisement toward women in particular and lack of educational opportunities contribute to gender inequalities in certain countries. Also mention what role the United States and United Nations play in dealing with these inequalities.
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Rural Poverty and Healthcare
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Because poverty and lack of quality healthcare are linked, research the ways in which these are connected and the primary reasons some in rural areas are not getting the best healthcare possible. Examine what political and economic factors are contributing to this situation and suggest possible solutions to the problem.
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