Researching Controversial Issues   Tags: argumentative, controversial, eng 151, eng 152, persuasive, speech  

Try these databases for articles in periodicals and reference books on controversial societal topics.

If you are off campus, use the off campus links above and enter your Network ID to access.  Your network ID is your eight digit student ID and strong password you use to log into computers on campus. You can set up your Network ID in a computer lab. If you can not come to campus, use the on campus links above and the passwords that are posted in ANGEL on the Resources page.  This document is titled "Directions for Accessing Databases from Off Campus."  Problems?  Call the library reference desk at 815-455-8762.

These book series are great for these types of topics.

Contemporary World Issues - Search the library catalog for "contemporary world issues" to find all or our holdings in this series.

Current Controversies - Search library catalog with "current controversies" AND your topic

Taking Sides - Search library catalog with "taking sides" AND your topic

Opposing Viewpoints - Search library catalog with "opposing viewpoints" AND your topic

Enter your search in the Library Catalog search box below:

ProCon.org: Pros and Cons of Controversial Issues

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