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Hot Topics and Current Issues
Is your topic about a controversial issue or something in the news? Try one of our Hot Topic databases. They have articles, topic summaries, as well as links to related newspaper articles and multimedia.
- CQ Researcher
Each 12,000-word CQ Researcher report is a unique work, investigated and written by a seasoned journalist, professionally fact-checked, and footnoted to facilitate further research. -
Points of View Reference Center
Undergraduate students can use Points of View as a guide to debating, developing arguments, writing position papers, and developing critical thinking skills. - Opposing Viewpoints in Context
This cross-curricular research database supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions.
General Reference Resources
Begin your research by seeking some general background information about your topic using reference resources.
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Encyclopedia Britannica Online This link opens in a new windowA general knowledge English-language encyclopedia.
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Gale Virtual Reference Library (formerly Gale ebooks) This link opens in a new window