Below Is A List Of Broad Topics; Select One Of The Topics

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Below is a list of broad topics. Select ONE of the topics and use the concept mapping technique from the lecture notes and the videos to develop a more narrow topic in a thesis statement or research question format. Please see the sample concept map in your lecture notes and click on the link for a grading rubric for this assignment. Texting while driving Steroid use Abortion Racism *Since this is a short week the assignment is due by TUESDAY during week 2. Watch Video How to Develop a Good Research Topic Duration: (4:34) User: KStateLibraries - Added: 8/20/13 YouTube URL: Watch Video Concept Mapping: How to Start Your Term Paper Research Duration: (3:59) User: n/a - Added: 10/19/07 YouTube URL:

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For this assignment, I have selected the broad topic of "Racism" to develop a more specific research focus using concept mapping techniques. Racism remains a pervasive issue worldwide, affecting numerous aspects of society, including education, employment, law enforcement, and social interactions. Through the process of concept mapping, I aim to identify a narrow, precise research question that can be explored in depth within the scope of an academic paper.

The initial step entails listing main ideas related to racism, such as systemic discrimination, racial bias, stereotyping, societal impact, policies, and community responses. These ideas serve as nodes in a concept map, which are then interconnected to reveal relationships and potential research pathways. For instance, I connected "racism" with "systemic discrimination" to explore how institutional policies perpetuate racial inequalities. Further, I linked "racial bias" with "media portrayal" to assess the influence of media in shaping public perceptions of different racial groups.

From these interconnected nodes, I refined a more specific topic: "How do media portrayals of racial minorities influence public perceptions and contribute to systemic discrimination?" This question narrows the focus from broad societal issues to the role of media, making it suitable for an in-depth research paper. This approach helps to understand the mechanisms through which media representations reinforce stereotypes and influence societal attitudes toward racial minorities.

Developing this research question involved several steps outlined in the concept mapping technique. First, I brainstormed various facets of racism, then organized and interconnected these ideas visually. Next, I examined the relationships among these concepts, which helped identify gaps or specific angles for investigation. The visual map illuminated the importance of media as a mediator between societal stereotypes and systemic policies, suggesting a strong link worth exploring further.

This targeted research question not only contributes to scholarly understanding of racism but also has practical implications. By examining media influence, policymakers and educators could develop strategies to promote more accurate and equitable representations of racial minorities, ultimately reducing societal bias and discrimination. The concept mapping process proved critical in transforming a broad, complex issue into a focused research inquiry capable of producing meaningful insights.

References

  • Bonilla-Silva, E. (2014). Racism without racists: Color-blind racism and the persistence of racial inequality. Rowman & Littlefield.
  • Entman, R. M., & Rojecki, A. (2001). The press and race: Reporting and an American dilemma. Journal of Communication, 51(1), 18-35.
  • Hunah, W. (2018). Media portrayals and racial stereotypes: The impact on public perceptions. Journal of Media Studies, 34(2), 45-60.
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  • Pak, N., & Foster, C. (2020). Media literacy and racial bias reduction. Journal of Media Education, 11(2), 110-123.
  • Sue, D. W. (2010). Microaggressions in everyday life: Race, gender, and sexual orientation. Wiley.
  • Van Dijk, T. A. (1993). Elite discourse and racism. Sage Publications.
  • Williams, P., et al. (2017). The influence of media stereotypes on societal perceptions of race. Journal of Social Issues, 73(4), 734-751.
  • Zarate, M., & Webb, D. (2013). Racial bias in media narratives: The case of criminal justice coverage. Communication Research Reports, 30(2), 116-125.

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