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Controversial Issues Research Project

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Controversial Issue Research Guide

Use the SOURCE SHEET to take notes and keep track of your informational sources.  



Use Relevant and Reliable Sources
Print Books: 
Search our library catalog, Destiny, on the library page 

​Databases: 
Use the Database  tab on our website.
             or use these links below:

Opposing Viewpoints
 GALE database is dedicated to controversial issues. Start with the BROWSE ISSUES link at the top.

SIRS Issues Researcher
Great Database for Pro/Con sides of controversial issues

CQ Researcher
Great Database for "Issues" research

Websites:
www.usa.gov/statistics​  Good for statistics.
 
Infoplease   Has a good almanac.
 
idebate.org/debatabase   Debatabase is an international organization devoted to teaching debate skills to young people. This site delivers both sides of a controversial issue.






Topic/Book Examples:
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Biomedical Ethics Book Call #: 174.957 BIO
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Stem Cell Research Call #: 616.0277 PAN
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Gun: Conceal and Carry Book Call #: 363.33 GUN
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Use NOODLE TOOLS to help cite your sources!
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