Sophomore+Research+Debate

= **1. Get an overview and background on your topic** = Look for short summaries and overviews of your research topic. Get a basic understanding of the topic and find keywords to locate relevant sources of information..

** Reference Books **
There are a number of reference books in the LRC on social issue topics. Use the LRC Catalog to find specific topics. = = =2. Gather in-depth information on your topic =
 * **R 025.04 DIA** IssueWeb : a guide and sourcebook for researching controversial issues on the Web.
 * **R 306.0973 CUL** Culture wars : an encyclopedia of issues, viewpoints, and voices.
 * **R 361.973 SOC** Social issues in America : an encyclopedia.

** LRC Databases **
Use a variety of high quality sources to find the information you need--books, magazines, journals, newspaper articles, and websites.

** Books **

 * ** LRC Online Catalog **
 * ** Infobase eBooks **
 * ** Gale Virtual Reference Library ** (Reference ebooks)

** Databases **

 * ** SIRS Researcher **
 * ** Opposing Viewpoints in Context **
 * ** Proquest Research Library **
 * ** Issues: Understanding Controversy and Society **
 * WEGO MLA Style Guide

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