This video, by Sheridan College, asks the question what makes a good topic for a paper? It recommends using the idea of what makes a good question instead of what makes a good topic. It outlines the steps involved in creating a good research question including narrowing the questions to something manageable, open-ended and provides sufficient evidence.
These websites provide great information and tips on how to think about and create a research topic or question. They also provide guidance on how to write a thesis statement.