1. You can write about anything database-related except the history of databases. You must find something that relates to current and future issues in databases; the following Web site, www.sqlservercentral.com, is an excellent source for ideas.
2. Write a 1-paragraph summary of what you plan to discuss in your paper. Your instructor will read your proposal and either approve it or suggest that you select another topic. If your topic is not approved, you will have 2 calendar days to resubmit a second proposal for full credit.
The summary must be written in 12-point Arial font and be double-spaced.
3. The 1-paragraph summary must be in 3rd person narrative. That is, do not include any references to yourself (i.e. I, we, my, mine, ours) or the second person (you, yours, etc.). Acceptable pronouns are he, she, his, hers, they, them, theirs, etc.
4. Select a topic that will allow you to get at least 7 valid references for your Research Paper. Note that Wikipedia is not considered a valid reference. Although your references page will be due in a separate deliverable, you must keep it in mind when selecting your topic.