Research Resources

See below for tips on spotting fake news, citing sources, and completing your research

fake news

Allsides - Offers politically-balanced results on many current topics and a media bias chart

Media Bias Chart - Frequently updated graphic showing the level of bias and trustworthiness in a number of news sources. 

FactCheck - Nonpartisan organization which checks the validity of internet and media claims. 

Google Fact Check Explorer - Search for any subject or topic and find results related to fact checks.

PolitiFact - Articles are rated on a Truth-O-Meter

Snopes - Search by topic, then find claim with True or False rating and evidence

Media Bias Fact Check - Evaluates reliability of web sources

CITATION

Noodle Tools - On your portal. This is your best tool for citations. See Mrs. Antonopoulos for help getting logged in the first time. 

Formatically - Simple ad-free citation generator

Google Citation Tool - Short tutorial video on how to use the Google Tool for Citation

Perdue University Citation Tool - Automatic citation generator

CC Search - Search for images that are free for use

MLA format - Video showcasing how to set up your paper with MLA format

MLA 8 - Updated rules for citations in text and for Works Cited

Hanging Indents: How to create hanging indents in Google Docs

Citation: How to cite articles from EBSCO

RESEARCH

EBSCOhost Research - Search articles from magazines, newspapers, specialized encyclopedias, and videos.

Guided Inquiry - Follow these steps to research with a visual map.

Database vs Website - See the difference between researching well and researching quick. 

NoodleTools - Use for notetaking and citation while completing your research.


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