The Research topics They can be related to current affairs or recent events, but they can also focus on times or events in the past. Generally, a topic is investigated to write an essay, a monograph or a thesis or to make a presentation. The choice of a topic to investigate can be free or can be determined by the place of study or work.
If the theme is free, to choose it you have to take into account:
- That the topic is interesting for the person who writes it and for the person who is going to read or listen to the production that will be made in relation to the investigation.
- That the topic is appropriate for the subject or for the workplace.
- That there is varied, but reliable information on the subject. In addition, it is advisable to consult with one or more specialists about what you want to investigate.
The final work can be a summary of the information on the subject, but it is valued that this information is related in a new way or that there is an original hypothesis on the subject.
Examples of research topics
- Startups and start-ups. Two new ways of doing business emerged in this century: start-ups and start-ups. Entrepreneurships are characterized because they are carried out by one or a few people, who sell or produce certain objects or services. Emerging companies are companies that have recently emerged and have short-term growth prospects. In relation to these two topics, the following could be investigated: the characteristics of each one, examples that have been successful and the differences with production or traditional businesses.
- Communication and personal relationships in the present. At present, communication and the way of connecting with others has changed a lot due to the use of social networks. In relation to this, it is discussed what it means to know a person, is it someone we really know or with whom we exchange information on a social network? This topic can be approached from a psychological, sociological, anthropological or communication perspective.
- Caring for the environment. In relation to this topic, the different factors that affect the well-being of the environment, such as global warming, deforestation and pollution, can be investigated. In addition, possible solutions to these problems can be investigated, such as sustainable consumption, energy saving and the use of new technologies that do not pollute.
- Reading, writing and the circulation of ideas. The reading of books, newspapers and magazines is one of the first instances for ideas to circulate, but, for said circulation to be more enriching, it is necessary for these contents to be debated in different areas. In relation to this topic, it is possible to investigate what people read according to their age; how reading is encouraged in different fields; social networks as another way of reading, writing and circulation of ideas and how to encourage the writing of academic texts and other types of texts in relation to culture.
- The fake news and misinformation. The fake news they circulate on social networks and many people believe in the information that this type of news discloses without corroborating whether that news is true. Faced with this problem, that of disinformation or information without correlation with reality, the transition from traditional media to social networks as sources of information, the creation and dissemination of false news and the importance of research can be investigated. journalistic
- international relations. International relations are essential to understand the relationships between different countries. To investigate this topic, you can search for information on the relationship between two or more countries, international politics, the world market, trade agreements, the role of non-governmental organizations, the role of the UN, among others.
- the health system. Health systems are essential to organize the detection and treatment of different diseases and pathologies and to inform the population about diseases, care, treatments, etc. In relation to this topic, it is possible to investigate how the health system works in a country, what public policies are carried out in relation to it, access to a good health system, public health and private health, and the relationship between control of the pandemic and the health system.
- Dialects, appropriate uses of language and the linguistic norm. All people use language constantly, but there are words or expressions that are socially sanctioned because they are not accepted by the regulations. In relation to this topic, the following can be investigated: the importance of norms in different spheres, the use of dialects in non-formal spheres, dialects as part of a cultural identity, the school and the university as institutions that sanction certain uses of the language. and learning linguistic norms.
- The consequences of natural disasters. Natural disasters, tornadoes, earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanic eruptions, destroy cities, forests, jungles and fields. For this reason, this is a problem that can be studied from different perspectives: the prevention of these natural disasters, natural disasters in relation to climate change, their causes and their consequences, the possible interventions that a government can do after a disaster nature and the relationship of natural disasters with the economy.
- The influence of Ancient Greece in the present. In Ancient Greece, many concepts and ideas were developed that have an influence on the present. The idea of democracy arose at this time and is the political system of many countries today. In addition, theories were developed in philosophy, art, mathematics, medicine, among others, which influenced theorists of different times.
- The changes introduced by the avant-garde in art. The avant-garde of the early 20th century, Dadaism, Cubism, Futurism, Surrealism, Ultraism and Expressionism made such profound ruptures and changes that they changed the way of conceiving and producing art. Some of these changes are: the break with realism and representation, changes in the notion of a work of art, renewal of the relationship between form and content, and constant experimentation.
- The advantages of using renewable energy. There are different types of renewable energy: solar, wind, tidal, geothermal, hydraulic and biomass. Some of the advantages they have are: they do not produce greenhouse gases, they regenerate naturally, they do not run out, they do not use a lot of water and they do not cause diseases.
- The causes and possible solutions in relation to climate change. Climate change has generated many problems on the planet. Therefore, knowing its causes and its solutions could help to improve the environmental situation. Some of its causes are: deforestation, global warming and the use of fossil fuels. Some of the possible solutions are: saving energy consumption, using renewable energy and reducing meat consumption.
- The representation of women in superhero movies. Not many years ago, most superheroes were men, or at least they were the most important and well-known. In recent years that has changed, because superheroines have taken a more leading role. Thus, the representation of the woman changed remarkably: she no longer stays in her house waiting for them to save her, but rather she acts to save others. In relation to this topic, you can investigate the number of superheroes and superheroines who have their own movies, what roles they play within each movie or saga, among others.
- The advantages and disadvantages of distance education. With the Covid-19, distance education was one of the most debated topics in the last two years. Some specialists say that virtual education is here to stay, but others argue that nothing can replace the face-to-face class. In relation to this topic, it is possible to investigate: How does it work at each educational level? Does distance education allow more or fewer people to participate? Is studying a matter of learning or do we also have to take socialization into account in educational settings?
- Employment now and in the future. Over time, employment has changed both in terms of tasks and the workplace. For example, many people work at home instead of going to an office. This issue can be analyzed from different perspectives: Will robots replace people in most tasks in the productive sector? What knowledge and characteristics are valued in jobs and will they be the same in the future? Will the disciplines integrate each time or will the current division between them continue?
- The use of emoticons and their relationship with language and communication. Although emoticons help convey emotions, feelings, and also serve to disambiguate written messages, their use has received much criticism. Some specialists consider that the value of the written word is being lost. In relation to this topic, the following could be investigated: Are emoticons the closest thing to a universal language, since being a drawing it can be understood by people who do not speak the same language? Do they communicate the same thing as words or do they express your ideas? Is its meaning ambiguous or is it clear?
- Music, fashion and stereotypes. Music and fashion are two cultural productions that produce many positive things but, in some cases, they can produce stereotypes. In relation to this topic, the following could be investigated: the relationship between music videos and stereotypes, how these stereotypes influence people who consume certain music or certain fashion and if these stereotypes always have negative consequences and in which cases positive influences are produced.
- The main economic activities of a country or a region. The activities of a country or a region can be: agriculture, livestock, mining, industry, fishing, finance and that which is related to services. In relation to this topic, it is possible to investigate: if these activities produce elements that are consumed in the country and/or exported, if they are from the primary, secondary or tertiary sector, what benefits or problems these activities bring to the region and how they work this activities.
- Influence of social networks in entertainment productions. The comments of users of social networks have caused the course of many things to change (for example, politics, the economy, communication) and also in training, that is, in the cinema, series, video games and music . Many of the decisions made in the entertainment industry take into account what happens on social networks, to know the tastes and interests of their