Chapter 4 of Envision is about planning research arguments. This chapter deals with a few topics: picking a topic, research and prewriting techniques, and how to construct and write a research argument. The chapter talks persuasive images, specifically propaganda posters. One idea they have is to construct a research log. As you gather information and research your topic, you should keep track of them in a log. It would also be a good idea to generate research questions. These questions help guide you to your final argument. Once you pick a topic and make some questions, your next task is to do some prewriting. It’s easy; it’s just the writing you do before you begin. Graphic brainstorming is a good technique to use as well. It’s an extension of normal brainstorming, where you write down a group of words in a graphic way. It’s also known as clustering, mapping or webbing. Next, you have to narrow down your topic. Here is a list of guidelines to help you narrow your topic.
1 Write down your topic
2) Ask a pointed question about the topic based upon your research.
3) Refine your topic by answering that question.
4) Narrow down the topic ever further.
5) Identify the significance of the topic you’re about to explore.
6) Use your answers to these questions to focus on a specific aspect of the topic.
Lastly ask yourself the “So What” question and these 3 questions:
· What is at stake in your topic?
· Why does it matter?
· What contribution will your project make to a wider community?
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