Here comes an important step in the research process: the proposal. No, I'm not talking about getting down on one knee and asking to write about the topic. This proposal helps you, as the writer, figure out what you are actually researching, why you're researching it, and what kind of questions you have to ask while you're researching. The first step is deciding your inquiry question. This is your main idea when writing your essay. The second step is finding out your primary purpose. Finding this purpose helps you come up with additional questions that may help you discover the answers you need and decide on your main theory of hypothesis for your essay. And lastly, the third step is to ask yourself if you have prior beliefs, ideas, or prejudices towards your topic. What personal experiences have caused you to feel this way? What are you thinking about it now? Here are my thoughts all written down, and I hope you enjoy reading my reasons for why I'm so passionate in finding out the answer to my inquiry question. Happy writing!
1. Inquiry Question: In what ways can being a nutritionist glorify God?
2. Primary Purpose
Explore: Are nutritionists needed out in the missionary field? What all does being a nutritionist entail and what job opportunities are available?
Argue: I have a theory that there is a commonly overlooked aspect in the field of nutrition that can glorify God. That is my tentative thesis, as of now.
3. With this project, I am bringing a preconceived interest in the field of nutrition. My entire life, I have had difficulties with my health dealing with my nutritional needs. Unfortunately, for the past 7 weeks, I have been dealing with even more difficulties. I have a worsening case of anemia and because my illness has gone untreated for so long, my immune system is very weak and so my body is constantly fighting off infections that I can't always deal with. My doctors are offering no help, so it's up to me to heal myself (all in God's will, of course). Due to these health issues, I have decided to change my major to Nutrition and Dietetics, and the main question that pops into my mind when thinking about it is "How can I glorify God through these future studies?" I hope this research essay is going to help me figure all that out.
LIzz, first I have to tell you that your title made me laugh! I love the creativity; your spunky tone makes me look forward to reading your posts. Maybe you should become a blogging nutrionist!
ReplyDeleteSecond, I'm excited to see that you've chosen a topic that is personally relevant to you. Your passion for this research is evident and I'm looking forward to seeing your topic unfold.
Third, perhaps you could focus your research geographically. For example, is there a specific region of the world or country that particularly interests you? Different regions and countries have varying health and nutrition needs; you'd more effectively answer your own inquiry question if you narrowed your search geographically (or any other way that makes sense to you).