DATABASES

All databases require a username and password to access outside of the school network. When you are on a school issued device, you will connect automatically.

General Research

Britannica School is a good place to start your research. It contains multiple resource options including articles, media, biographies, primary sources and an interactive world atlas. This site also offers other tools such as a guide on planning your research project as well as how to write a book review, lab report and prepare for an oral presentation.

Magazines, Newspapers, Journals

EBSCO offers a number of databases designed for K-12 schools and academic libraries; as well as databases about health, education, the environment, and business. You will also find Novelist here which offers information on various novels.

EBSCO slideshow

General Research

Source Reference is a one-stop research platform combining citable reference content with mind maps, instructional videos and tutorials. Source Reference is a great starting point for research.

Source Reference slideshow

Controversial Issues (Pro/Con)

SIRS Issues Researcher is designed for high school students who are writing controversial issues papers or who are debating an issue. It contains many topics such as online social networks, bullying in school and human trafficking. There is also country information and maps.