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Argument Research / Bradbury & Lorenzano / Eng 9
Argument Research / Bradbury & Lorenzano / Eng 9
Click to open slides: Intro to Argument Research
LEARNING TARGETS:
Explore two library databases for argument research (Opposing Viewpoints and SIRS Issues Researcher). Find at least two sources that relate to your topic. Find the MLA citation for each
Create an MLA-format works cited page.
Complete this Google Form at the beginning and end of class.
Spend a significant amount of time exploring the two databases below. Be prepared to spend more time researching then actually creating your presentation. For this assignment, be sure to have at least 5 sources total. They can be from either database.
IMPORTANT: Both databases require passwords. Click the link for database login information.
Gale in Context Opposing Viewpoints: Newspaper & magazine articles, reference articles, images, videos, and more (about controversial issues)
ProQuest SIRS Issues Researcher: Pros and cons of 360+ issues with relevant, credible information to support opposing viewpoints
If you are writing a standard essay or report, set up your document with MLA 9 Formatting:
Click this link for a sample Works Cited: English Sample MLA 9
Click this link for How to Avoid Common Errors in Your Works Cited.
Within the body of your writing, use parenthetical citations to give credit to your sources.
Create a Works Cited page. Use one of the following resources to help you format your Doc:
How to Create a Hanging Indent on a Computer (YouTube Video)
How to Format Your Works Cited on an iPad (YouTube Video)
See the MLA Format resources on the library website for help.