What: Aspects or facets of a particular topic

Most issues/topics have several aspects or facets. To develop a manageable topic, consider narrowing to one or two specific aspects. Below are examples for particular issues:

Post-secondary Education:

  • Pedagogical approaches
  • Employment opportunities for graduates
  • Administrative organization of universities

Parliamentary Democracy in Canada:

  • House of Commons
  • Senate
  • Powers reserved by the executive
  • First-past-the-post system

You may consider including additional aspects or facets of an issue in order to broaden your topic.