Assignment Guide
Mr. Hymas - Social Issues Paper
When researching social issues, you want to find the most current and up-to-date sources. Since perspectives are always changing about different social issues, older information may not be accurate. Unless you are talking about the history of the issue.
The following resources can help you find the best sources for your paper:
If you need help, ask for it!
The following resources can help you find the best sources for your paper:
If you need help, ask for it!
Gale Reference Collection
1. Go to onlinelibrary.uen.org.
(Ask your librarian for the At-Home Login)
2. Click on "Gale Reference Collection 7-12"
3. Click on "Opposing Viewpoints in Context" or "Global Issues in Context" (These are databases specifically designed for current social issues)
4. Click on "Browse Issues" OR use the Search Bar to find a topic. Depending on your topic, one database may be more helpful than another.
So check both!
5. Once you find your sources, don't forget to copy the citation! It's always at the bottom of the article, so you don't have to do it yourself!
EBSCO
1. Go to onlinelibrary.uen.org.
2. Click on "EBSCO."
3. Scroll down to click on "Points of View."
4. Scroll down to the "Browse by Category" section or use the Search Bar to find a topic.
5. In the Tools menu on the right side of each article, click on "Cite" to find and copy the citation.
Tips for Using Pioneer Online Library
Other Good Sources
1. News articles: Find the most recent articles about the topic.
2. Books: Check our Library Catalog for anything related to your issue. Again, check the publication year to make sure the book is up-to-date.
4. Organization websites: Some issues (such as, health issues) may have organizations devoted to spreading awareness of the issue. (i.e. If you were researching cancer, you could go to the American Cancer Society for information. Organizations are usually found at .org sites.
5. Websites: Look for .edu, .org, .gov websites. Most .com and .net are commercial sites and may have inaccurate information.
1. Go to onlinelibrary.uen.org.
(Ask your librarian for the At-Home Login)
2. Click on "Gale Reference Collection 7-12"
3. Click on "Opposing Viewpoints in Context" or "Global Issues in Context" (These are databases specifically designed for current social issues)
4. Click on "Browse Issues" OR use the Search Bar to find a topic. Depending on your topic, one database may be more helpful than another.
So check both!
5. Once you find your sources, don't forget to copy the citation! It's always at the bottom of the article, so you don't have to do it yourself!
EBSCO
1. Go to onlinelibrary.uen.org.
2. Click on "EBSCO."
3. Scroll down to click on "Points of View."
4. Scroll down to the "Browse by Category" section or use the Search Bar to find a topic.
5. In the Tools menu on the right side of each article, click on "Cite" to find and copy the citation.
Tips for Using Pioneer Online Library
- Viewpoint articles are more opinionated than other articles.
- Everything is organized by date. The most recent information is listed first.
- Don't just choose the first 3 articles. Scan over the articles to see what would fit your paper best...you don't have to read them all!
- Use NoodleTools (also on Pioneer) or create a Document to keep track of your citations.
Other Good Sources
1. News articles: Find the most recent articles about the topic.
2. Books: Check our Library Catalog for anything related to your issue. Again, check the publication year to make sure the book is up-to-date.
4. Organization websites: Some issues (such as, health issues) may have organizations devoted to spreading awareness of the issue. (i.e. If you were researching cancer, you could go to the American Cancer Society for information. Organizations are usually found at .org sites.
5. Websites: Look for .edu, .org, .gov websites. Most .com and .net are commercial sites and may have inaccurate information.
