LibGuides CMS: eLibrary: Current Events/Issues

Overview

This guide provides a listing of databases containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, these database provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.

Current Events and Issues Databases

Credo Reference (Lawson) This link opens in a new window
Use Credo Reference to find Encyclopedias, Dictionaries, Biographies, Quotations, Lingual Dictionaries, Crossword Solver, and Measurement Conversions. Provides online access to over 300 reference books.
Opposing Viewpoints (AVL) This link opens in a new window
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Opposing Viewpoints draws on the acclaimed social issues series published by Greenhaven Press, as well as core reference content from other Gale and Macmillan Reference USA sources to provide a complete one-stop source for information on social issues. Access viewpoint articles, topic overviews, statistics, primary documents, links to websites, and full-text magazine and newspaper articles.
Encyclopedia of Alabama (Public) This link opens in a new window
A free, online resource on Alabama history, culture, geography, and natural environment. This site offers articles on Alabama’s famous people, historic events, sports, art, literature, industry, government, plant and animal life, agriculture, recreation, and so much more.
Points of View Reference Center (AVL) This link opens in a new window
Points of View is designed to users with access to full scope of controversial subjects. Users can use Points of View as a guide to debating, developing arguments, writing position papers, and developing critical thinking skills.

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Michael Porter

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Lawson State Community College
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3060 Wilson Road, SW
Birmingham, AL 35221

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