In preparation for constructing an outline for the research paper, discuss the topic that you may have selected for the paper, and attempt to layout your approach to the research, and the sub-topics (sections, subsections) that you are considering for a possible outline of the paper (a paper Outline assignment is due this week).
It's acceptable that the same general topic is pursued by more than one student; but in that case, the students should attempt to diversify the sub-topics covered (but it's still acceptable that the same basic outline is pursued by more than one student).
The objective is to brainstorm on research topics, and help one another to refine a roadmap for the research. At the end of the forum discussion, finalize an Outline for your paper, and submit it via the Assignments page.