The Shape of Research
The hourglass shape can be a good reminder of the flow from broad research to specific analysis that research follows, and includes reminders to state your thesis as requested by your instructor when describing your work.
Remember that your instructor has provided requirements for the body of your paper! (Assignment sheet, point 2 b-i).
Information Cycle
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Planning ahead and having alternate plans if something doesn't work out can help considerably with any research challenges you face. Take some time to think about what you already know about your conflict/topic, where you might find different relevant information (using the infographic above!), and do some keyword development if you haven't already!