Research Links

The links below will help you determine if the source of your information is reliable and/or unbiased.

DCHS Library has some great links to research engines. Check these out below!

DCHS Library Research Links

DCHS Databases - This links directly to the databases we pay for, including Points of View and Science Reference Center. Mr. Dunlap has login information, or you can visit the library for log-in information.

State Library of Kansas Online - Online Resources - The State Library provides free access to databases, encyclopedias, and much more. No log-in information is needed as long as your IP address is in Kansas.

WorldBook Encyclopedia - The WorldBook Encyclopedia is good for general information when beginning research. To use outside of the school network, you need the username and password, which you can get in the library.

SweetSearch - This site curates research websites that have been evaluated by research experts, librarians, and teachers.

Data USA - The most comprehensive visualization of U.S. public data. Use this to find statistics about where and how people live, work, and much more.

ProCon.org - A curated site that gathers the pros and cons of controversial issues.

AllSides.com – AllSides exposes people to information and ideas from all sides of the political spectrum so they can better understand the world — and each other. Click here to see one news story from multiple perspectives.

International Debate Education Association - under the Debatabase tab you'll find a collection of topics with research for and against a variety of arguments.

LittleSis - This is a free database detailing connections between powerful people and organizations.

Google Scholar - Scholarly sources compiled by Google.