How I do research.

My methodlogy to doing research is very similar to that of Proffessor Francoeur. To begin I do a broad background check on the subject to find an interesting topic, on which I can base my thesis. For instance if I had to write about the American Westward Expansion, I would go to Wikipedia or look into my textbook to find different events, causes/effects,and significant figures that influenced the period. Once I choose something specific, I consult sources like articles, journals, and books for more detailed information on my topic. In the Western Expansion example, if I initially chose to focus on the hardships of the pioneers, I would find articles, journals, and books with detailed descriptions of their journeys and experiences. I combine these sources to write my paper.