Topics & Background Information - ENGL 1101 - Palmer - Library Research Guides at Georgia Gwinnett College

Background / Topic Databases

Look at background materials to find key terms for your topic

and identify important people, organizations, and points of view.

Credo Reference Online This link opens in a new window
Full-text online reference service.
GALE in Context: Opposing Viewpoints This link opens in a new window
Includes pro/con viewpoints, reference articles, interactive maps, infographics, and more.
GALE in Context: Global Issues This link opens in a new window
Global perspectives on issues of international importance and current world events and topics in the news.
CQ Press Library This link opens in a new window
Search or browse resources on American government, current affairs, history, politics, public policy, and data analysis for the social sciences.

Choosing a Topic
http://sideguide.ggc.edu/tutorial/topics
Uses Opposing Viewpoints to identify & narrow topics.
How to Find Full Text
https://www.powtoon.com/c/cc1Wdzph1sC/1/m
How to Read an Academic Article
https://www.powtoon.com/c/f2pbVFx6IHt/1/m