RESEARCH
ACADEMIC RESEARCH DATABASES
We love using research databases for finding answers. A database is an information platform that we purchase for access to thousands of quality newspapers, magazines, academic journals, and encyclopedias for a streamlined experience. Databases give you pre-made citations, Google Drive integrations, and the ability to filter your search to the most niche idea.
If secondary password is needed (Gale) contact teacher or librarian
Disclaimer* JSTOR's free, open access content is available with a free personal account. You can register HERE and download 6 free articles each month. Student Usernames = ID#
Citing Sources
Everytime you use, quote, or save someone else's work, you must identify that this piece of information or creative work came from another place. This is called citing a source. It's ok if you don't know everything, and sometimes good projects and papers rely on the research or examples of other people. Just be sure to be truthful about using someone else's work to compliment your own.
Every academic discipline has its own rules for how to cite sources in a project, and you should ask your teacher what they prefer. If you don't know, just follow best practices from the Modern Language Association (MLA) or American Psychology Association (APA).
HOW TO WRITE A RESEARCH QUESTION
rECOGNIZING mEDIA bIAS
Recognizing varied perspectives and political leanings is key to interpreting the validity of a news source. Utilize a variety of sites and sources to fact check a news story to get the full picture. Read and evaluate information for yourself.
