The best part of using the research databases in NCEdCloud is that you don't have to worry about evaluating your sources -- the database does that for you!  You just need to figure out if the article is a good fit for your project and the information you need. 

The second best part? It does all of the citation work for you! 

There are a lot of really cool resources nestled right in your NCEdCloud, but Encyclopedia Brittanica and EbscoHost are the best.  There are even free e-books! 

Feel free to email Ms. Rodgers Sara.Rodgers@orange.k12.nc.us if you need help!

Sweet Search will give you some filters that get great results! Also! you can have Sweet Search News and Sweet Search History, so if you are looking for something about a historical event that is still referenced today, Sweet Search will help cut down on unhelpful results! 

I meant what I said! HOWEVER, in case you just want to Google, try using the Advanced Search options to narrow down your search! 

You can also use encyclopedias like Encyclopedia Britannica to learn an overview and get keyword inspiration! 

You will never ever hear me say "Don't use Wikipedia" for two reasons.  

1. It's basically like that scene in Harry Potter when Umbridge bans the interview Harry had with Rita Skeeter.  The ban ENSURED that every student at Hogwarts read the article.  

2.  It is one of *my* go-to-places when I want to learn a quick overview of a topic.  Do you know what I don't do? I don't ever use Wikipedia as a source.  I read it, learn from it, and then check out the resources at the bottom of the page and head to those to see what I can find and then hop off somewhere else to find better resources.  It helps double-check the accuracy of this website (since anyone can update a Wikipedia page, sometimes there is hilariously wrong information!) and helps me learn the basics of my topic of interest.  Wikipedia research has it's place, just not in more formal research papers :)