Teaching a Writing Class on Topic Identification and Intersection

The key insight is to teach students to identify topics that intersect various interests, understand the connections between seemingly disparate interests, and explore the deeper and more obvious connections between topics. By encouraging students to delve into the core traits that connect their interests, they can uncover unique and insightful perspectives. Additionally, the importance of finding topics with less competition and exploring areas where commonalities have not been thoroughly explored is highlighted, suggesting the potential for new and insightful ideas.