Lots of students need research paper topic ideas. If you are stumped, ask for help. Many professors provide their students with a topic list to choose from. It is advised that you try to stick with a topic that you are interested in. This makes the research easier to complete. Sometimes professors will suggest a book or a popular topic in the news. For example, crime rates, political decisions,
. types of music or maybe even something based on public reaction. There are many controversial topics in society so sometimes it is best to research the pros and the cons of any one issue.