LibGuides: English 210: Writing for Science: Databases

Database Box

Databases

For broad searches, search our Library Discovery Tool, OneSearch, for books and articles.

The individual databases that the Library subscribes to are subject or genre specific and offer a more curated search experience.

The following short list focuses on the social and political topics that concern our world.

Opposing Viewpoints In Context This link opens in a new window
Reviews today's hottest social issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. This cross-curricular resource supports science, social current events, and language arts classes.
CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
In-depth reports (averaging 12,000 words) on topics in the public arena, i.e., current affairs, the economy, social trends, international relations, criminal justice, education, the environment, government and politics. It is suitable for all levels of researchers.
Global Issues in Context This link opens in a new window
Integrates news, global viewpoints, reference materials, country information, primary source documents, videos, statistics, and more in a single search.
Science in Context This link opens in a new window
An engaging online resource that provides contextual information on hundreds of today's most significant science topics.
Academic Video Online (AVON Alexander Street) This link opens in a new window
Academic Video Online (AVON) is a collection of 70,000 videos covering all academic interests. Videos are fully transcribed and indexed. Users can create & share playlists, video clips, and embed content in Blackboard.
Popular Channels Include:
1. Film Platform
2. American History
3. Anthropology
4. BBC Landmark
5. Black Studies
6. CNN
7. Counseling and Therapy
8. Documentaries
9. Music and Performing Arts
10. PBS
11. Science and Engineering
12. SONY Pictures Classics
Format: Streaming Videos
JSTOR This link opens in a new window
JSTOR is a database of journals and primary sources that offers full-text to more than 2,300 journals.
Search and browse JSTOR citations from a mobile device.

To find out more about mobile apps, visit our Mobile Resources page.
Google Scholar This link opens in a new window
Google Scholar searches the Web for articles, books, and other scholarly materials in many different disciplines. Most searches return an assortment of citations, abstracts, and links to full text.