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Where do I start?
Having trouble selecting a topic? Here are two videos that might help you narrow your options. The second one is a Youtube video, so it should be viewed off of campus. Or... if Mrs. Eilers is around, ask her for access. :)
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Selecting a research topic
Wonder how you'll choose your topic? Watch this video for tips on using Opposing Viewpoints in Context database to find a "just right" topic for you.
Click the link, not the image!
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How to Develop a Good Research Topic
This video will help you narrow your topic to create a more manageable research paper.
Citation Resources
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Noodletools
Noodletools can help you generate MLA citations and a bibliography. Set up your account using your "s" username as your personal ID and your student ID number as your password.
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Purdue Owl
Use Purdue Owl's MLA Format and Style Guide for further clarification about citing your sources correctly.
Recommended Resources
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Gale Resources
Use Gale Student Resources in Context and Global Issues in Context to locate articles from journals, magazines and books. Use Gale Virtual Reference Library for access to a broad collection of ebooks.
Remember to note the name of the source in addition to the name of the article.
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EBSCOhost
Use EBSCOhost to find more resources about your topic. For best results, click on EBSCOhost Web, then select Omnifile Full Text Select and TOPICsearch. Remember to limit your results to Full Text only.
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Noodletools How To Videos
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Las Escuelas Públicas de Omaha no discriminan basados en la raza, color, origen nacional, religión, sexo, estado civil, orientación sexual, discapacidad , edad, información genética, estado de ciudadanía, o estado económico, en sus programas, actividades y empleo, y provee acceso equitativo a los “Boy Scouts” y a otros grupos juveniles designados. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para atender estas inquietudes referentes a las pólizas de no discriminación: El Superintendente de las Escuelas, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131 (531-299-9822).
