Now that you have selected your topic, it is time to gather background information. Background information will give you a clear understanding about your topic and help develop your Thesis Statement.
A comprehensive resource for exploring current social issues from multiple perspectives. This database offers a wide range of content including viewpoint essays, scholarly articles, news, statistics, primary sources, and multimedia. Designed to support critical thinking and debate, it is ideal for research assignments, persuasive writing, and understanding diverse viewpoints on controversial topics.
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A research database designed to support writing-intensive courses by providing full-text access to over 140,000 articles on current events, controversial issues, and social debates. It draws from nearly 260 sources, including newspapers, magazines, biographies, opinion polls, book reviews, and government documents. Ideal for argumentative essays, position papers, and research assignments, it helps students explore multiple perspectives on complex topics.
In-depth, peer-reviewed summaries on a range of topics.