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MLT/Phlebotomy Special Project

Study Tips

Choosing a Topic

  1. Brainstorm Ideas that meet the assignment requirements. Ask your professor for feedback if you are unsure.
  2. Choose a topic that is interesting to you. 
  3. Choose a topic that has research material available to you.
  4. Do not choose a topic that is too broad or too narrow.
  5. Be flexible and adjust your topic accordingly.

 

 

 

Background Information

When getting started with your research, it is a good idea to get a general overview of a topic by gathering background information. This information can help you decide if the topic really is in line with your assignment, and whether you want to continue your research. Encyclopedias, dictionaries, handbooks, and thesauri are the best sources for gathering background information.

Background Information Includes:

  • Facts
  • Historical Figures
  • Timelines
  • Definition
  • Origin
  • Theories
  • Events

 

Research 

Once you have chosen a topic, gathered background information, and adjusted your topic accordingly, it is time to research your topic. You will research to find articles about your topic and use the information to submit a paper, brochure, visual poster display, or power point presentation. 

 

Once you have located your sources, skim each source and highlight the sections that are relevant to your topic. Annotate each article by writing notes on the article that will be helpful when you are ready to use the information.

 

It is common to have two main sources for every main point you plan to make in your final product.

Once you've done your research and highlighted your main points, its time to write your essay.

Start by turning your topic into a thesis statement. Your thesis statement should contain your main points.

Example Thesis Statement: UTI in older people can be a complex problem in terms of approach to diagnosis, treatment and prevention, and its factors associated with delirium because in these patients, it frequently presents with a range of atypical symptoms. 

 

Once your thesis statement is created , you can organize the information into an outline using a 5 paragraph model which is:

  1. Introduction
  2. Main Point #1 (ex: approach to diagnosis)
  3. Main Point #2 (ex: treatment and prevention) 
  4. Main Point #4 (ex: factors associated with delirium)
  5. Conclusion

Once you've done your research and highlighted your main points, its time to create your brochure, visual poster display, or power point presentation.

 

Start by turning your topic into a thesis statement. Your thesis statement should contain your main points.

 

Example Thesis Statement: UTI in older people can be a complex problem in terms of approach to diagnosis, treatment and prevention, and its factors associated with delirium because in these patients, it frequently presents with a range of atypical symptoms. 

 

Make sure to follow your thesis statement when creating your visual project. 

 

 

The Presentation Process

1. Identify the Purpose and Objective

2. Consider Your Audience

3. Structure Your Presentation

4. Prepare Notes and Visual Aids

5. Practice the Presentation

6. Evaluate the Presentation

7. Deliver the Presentation