WHS Databases
All FUSD students have access to a wide variety of academic research tools.
They are paid for by either the State of California or funding from the FUSD school district.
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Databases are like online libraries that will provide you with quality, trustworthy information on common topics covered in high school.
Database Login (Username and Passwords) - must be logged in to your @fusdk12.net account to view.
If you are logged in to an FUSD school Google account, you should have automatic access to our research databases, but if you are trying to access them from home or outside the school network, you may need our district username and password.
These Four Databases are a Good Place to Start with Research:
An online encyclopedia that is a good, general place to start research with variable reading levels and translation features.
The most accessible of the ProQuest tools - especially when looking for credible news sources.
Explora offers a simple search that quickly delivers relevant results including high quality articles, e-books, essays and primary source documents. It also carefully curates topic categories and gives topic overviews.
Gale Power Search allows users simultaneously search across multiple Gale databases, finding peer-reviewed articles, magazines, newspapers, primary sources, and videos with one query, integrating tools like Google Drive, and offering advanced search filters for academic research, school projects, and general topics. It provides content on subjects like history, science, literature, and current events.
Below, you can find our databases grouped by subject or assignment:
If you are logged in to an FUSD school Google account, you should have automatic access to our research databases, but if you are trying to access them from home or outside the school network, you may need a username and password.
Database Login (Username and Passwords) - must be logged in to your @fusdk12.net account to view.
These science-specific databases are a good place to look for current, relevant science research.
*Check out the Gale Interactive site to dissect a frog, the human body or a molecule!
History, Literature & Art Databases
These databases specifically explore historical events, visual and performing arts and literature. This includes collections of eBooks, audio and video resources.
Looking for information on current events? This is a collection of trusted news sources and databases.
Argumentative and Persuasive Research
These databases will help you find controversial topics to research.
Need to find a Federal or State law?
Explore states an countries around the world through text, videos, and interactive maps; features include a wide range of information including local customs, recipes, national anthems, historical facts, statistics, photos, and interviews
Use a Source Tracker While you research!
Use a Source Tracker While you research!
Make a copy of the document below for each assignment.
Make a copy of the document below for each assignment.
Use the "Cite" button in each of our databases to easily copy and paste the MLA citation and track your sources!
Use the "Cite" button in each of our databases to easily copy and paste the MLA citation and track your sources!
Database Overviews:
Database Overviews:
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