Research
"Research is formalized curiosity. It is poking and prying with a purpose."
- Zora Neale HurstonUsing Video as a Source
Database Collection
Subscription databases are collections of informative articles and other media that are only available through a paid subscription. These resources represent reliable authors and sources and can be trusted beyond the expectations of websites or sources found in an average internet search.
Proquest
Connecting cultures and classrooms
Academic research sources for leading issues around the world
SIRS is a resources available through our Proquest subscription. You will need a username and password to sign in. Please use this doc to access that information. Teachers, you will need to use the document for both CultureGrams and SIRS.
Gale in context
Below are resources available through our Gale subscription. You will be asked to log in using your Google account. This should be available from school and from home using that log in process.
Academic research from a variety of media sources
Resources to support your search for information about writers, actors, world leaders, and more
Resources to assist in specific field of study and trending scientific research
A collection of academic research to support the study of trending debates nationally and throughout the world
Search across all Gale subscriptions
Badgerlink is an exceptional reference resource sponsored by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. It offers tools far beyond simple internet searches and should be the first stop in almost any information search.
Magazines and primary sources suitable for middle school students.
Encyclopedia articles with images, interactive maps, games, and other learning materials. For middle school students and educators.
The search interface for EBSCO's middle & high school resources. For middle & high school students and educators.
Articles covering all aspects of human impact on the world. For college-level and adult researchers.
(NEW as of 9/28/2020!) A collection of literary criticism and works. For students and adult researchers.
Accessing Badgerlink from Home
Trying to access Badgerlink from home?
Simply select “Casco – Luxemburg-Casco School District” or “Luxemburg – Luxemburg-Casco School District” from the dropdown options. Enter "lcsd" followed immediately with your student ID number, for example "lcsd98765."
Responsible Research
We need to use information and media responsibly when completing school projects and for personal use. Use these resources to help you create citations and other steps that make your research assignments complete.