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Unlike the open internet, databases have been curated for you. They include different types of media (encyclopedias, journals, magazines, video, books, etc.) and an MLA citation.
Note: if you're using these at home, you'll need a password. Get it from Ms. Bing or log into the library catalog with your student ID, then click on the Database & Password tab.

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The BEHS Library print and digital books on social issues are perfect sources to get the whole picture on a topic.

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Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints (DISCUS)

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Gale in Context: Opposing Viewpoints (DISCUS)

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Browse or search for topics and articles. TIPS: Start broad (for example: poverty) then drill down to more focused topics. Use the TOPIC WHEEL for ideas.

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About Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints

Find overviews, news, and opinions on hundreds of today's important social issues.

Don't know how to login?

Depending on this location's preferences, the log-in process could include your library card number, a student or user ID, or another provided password. If you don't know how to log in, please contact your library or school directly.

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About Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints Find overviews, news, and opinions on hundreds of today's important social issues. Don't know how to login? Depending on this location's preferences, the log-in process could include your library card number, a student or user ID, or another provided password.

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Includes full-text popular magazines, reference books, and primary sources covering many subjects, including history, science and health. TIP: Use a lot of synonyms; use AND to link concepts (animals AND captivity); use OR to add similar terms (captivity OR caged OR zoos)

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The resources in Discus South Carolina’s Virtual Library are made available to state residents.
Please enter the current Discus username and password. If you need assistance, contact your local library or media center. You may also contact the Discus Office: (803) 545-0201 or DiscusOffice@stateli…

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Find additional Discus databases like POV Reference Center, MasterFile Premier, and Newspaper Source Plus here. TIP: Use a lot of different keywords when searching, use AND to link topics together, use OR to add synonyms. Here's a sample search: inequality AND (class OR income OR poor).
You'll need a pw for home use: ask Ms. Bing or log in to the BE Library Catalog using your student ID number.

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Discus - South Carolina's Virtual Library is a service of the South Carolina State Library and is funded by an appropriation from the South Carolina General Assembly through the K-12 School Technology Initiative and the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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Current news plus statistics from the World Almanac.

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These websites are portals to a variety of statistics from government and other sources.

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Research and data compiled in one portal with the goal of making progress against the world's largest problems.

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Research and data to make progress against the world's largest problems

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Statistics and graphs covering many different topics. Some are fire-walled but many are free.

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Academic journal articles. Look here for case studies and academic research reports.

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JSTOR is a digital library of academic journals, books, and primary sources.

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You can get to all the BE library databases here.

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BEHS Library Books on Environmental Issues

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BEHS Library Books on Environmental Issues

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Find a list of many -- but not all -- BEHS Library books on the environment, pollution, climate change, etc.

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The organizations listed here offer research and statistics. If you use a different organization, be sure to check the reputation of the source before using its data.

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The UN covers many worldwide social problems including poverty, hunger, violence, climate change, and more.

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An animal protection organization offering information on farm animals, puppy mills, animal testing, etc.

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Humane Society is the nation’s most effective animal protection and animal welfare organization working to end suffering for all animals.

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Provides information and statistics about conservation and animal management.

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Association of Zoos & Aquariums | AZA.org

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The Association of Zoos & Aquariums leverages the wildlife expertise of its members to promote animal welfare, conservation efforts, and scientific education. Learn more about our mission, our members, and our vision for the future.

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Provides comprehensive non-partisan view of social issues using government-sourced data. Search or browse for your topic.

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Our nation, in numbers. USAFacts provides a comprehensive, nonpartisan view of the state of our union.

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So much data here on oceans, overfishing, coral reefs, sea level rise, and marine ecosystems.

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An indicator is a measurable quantity that helps us understand the health status of an ecosystem, much as human health is gauged by indicators such as blood pressure, temperature, or pulse rate that are routinely monitored over time. NOAA collects, analyzes, models and produces extensive data, information, and decision-support products related to the state of marine, coastal, and aquatic ecosystems, their biota, and the human communities that depend upon them.

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An indicator is a measurable quantity that helps us understand the health status of an ecosystem, much as human health is gauged by indicators such as blood pressure, temperature, or pulse rate that are routinely monitored over time.

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Search for government data by topic or agency. It's a huge website filled with statistics and reports.

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Carousel with three slides shown at a time on desktop, two on tablets and one on mobile. Use the Previous and Next buttons to navigate, or the slide number buttons at the end to jump to slides.

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Making government services easier to find | USAGov

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Find government benefits, services, agencies, and information at USA.gov. Contact elected officials. Learn about passports, Social Security, taxes, and more.

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Provides a ton of data and tools covering water, energy, air, plants, conservation, and more.

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agriculture anthropology aquaculture aquatic ecology agricultural conservation avian ecology behavior economics bioacoustics biodiversity conservation biological oceanography boreal forest carbon carbon cycling cities climate climate change climate change adaptation climate change mitigation coastal ecology coastal and marine conservation coastal habitat restoration coastal resource management coastal restoration coastal risk coastal risk and resilience community conservation community ecology community engagement community planning conservation biology conservation finance conservation for cities conservation partnerships conservation planning conservation policy conservation science conservation strategies development coral reefs coral reef ecology coral reef health decision science development by design disaster risk reduction ecological economics economics ecosystems ecosystem carbon flux ecosystem services energy energy siting and migration environmental economics environmental policy equity estuarine and watershed restoration finance fire ecology fisheries fisheries management forest ecology forest monitoring forestry forests food security freshwater and marine science freshwater conservation freshwater ecology habitat restoration human behavior human well being hydropower geographic information systems ghg emissions /removals great lakes great lakes water quality grassland songbird ecology indigenous peoples infrastructure invasive species management investing interdisciplinary ecology landscape and watershed spatial planning landscape ecology land use change land use planning lead scientists local communities marine conservation marine ecology marine policy marine protected areas marine spatial planning migratory species conservation mitigation planning monitoring natural climate solutions natural resource management nonparametric statistics ocean acidification optimal monitoring oyster reef restoration pacific islands plant phenology policy population genetics population modelling prairie butterfly ecology private lands conservation public health public land use rare species redd+ remote sensing restoration ecology return on investment rivers science synthesis and meta-analysis social monitoring socioeconomics soil soil science songbird conservation source water protection spatial ecology spatial planning spatial statistics species distribution modeling sustainable agriculture sustainable cities sustainable development sustainable forest management sustainability terrestrial ecology urban sustainability valuing nature's benefits water funds water markets water security water use welfare economics wetland restoration wildlife ecology wildlife management

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The Nature Conservancy is tackling the root causes of some of the toughest problems facing people and nature today, replicating good ideas to save many places and improve people's lives.

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Data, charts, and visualizations covering climate change and solutions.

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This side-by-side animation shows the difference between a lower carbon emissions future and a higher carbon emissions future.

Light yellow represents locations where the temperature exceeds 100°F fewer than 10 days per year. Dark red represents locations where the temperature exceeds 100°F more than 120 days per year.

This animation illustrates how the summer climate of three states - Michigan, Illinois, and New Hampshire - would change by late this century if carbon dioxide emissions continue to grow.

The colors of the underlying map show the current annual average temperatures across the United States. The southward movement of the three states illustrates how dramatically climate would change.

The climate of Michigan by late this century might resemble that of Oklahoma today, while that of Illinois might come to resemble Texas today.

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This side-by-side animation shows the difference between a lower carbon emissions future and a higher carbon emissions future. Light yellow represents locations where the temperature exceeds 100°F fewer than 10 days per year. Dark red represents locations where the temperature exceeds 100°F more than 120 days per year.

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Official publications from the U.S. Government Publishing Office, including Congressional reports, legislation and a lot more.

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govinfo.gov | U.S. Government Publishing Office

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Browse documents within a timeframe or date range

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Offers data and proposed solutions on hunger, drought, water resources, climate change, deforestation, urban environments, etc.

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WRI is a trusted partner for change. Using research-based approaches, we work globally and in focus countries to meet people's essential needs; to protect and restore nature; and to stabilize the climate and build more resilient communities. We aim to fundamentally transform the way the world produces food, uses energy and designs its cities to create a better future for all. We work across several topics affecting people, nature and the climate:

A key part of our theory of change involves forging trusted partnerships with governments, businesses, research organizations, civil society groups and others to bring the right change-makers together. Learn more about WRI's 100+ projects, coalitions and initiatives.

Our Global Reach

WRI has nearly 1,800 staff located around the world. In addition to global initiatives and a coordinated regional presence in Africa and Europe, we prioritize work in 12 focus countries: Brazil, China, Colombia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda and the United States.

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World Resources Institute | Making Big Ideas Happen

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A global research nonprofit working on six critical goals that the world must achieve this decade in order to secure a sustainable future: climate, energy, food, forests, water, cities & transport.

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Covers computer security, digital privacy, free speech, and other digital civil rights issues.

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Onlinecensorship.org seeks to encourage social media companies to operate with greater transparency and accountability toward their users as they make decisions that regulate speech. We're collecting reports from users in an effort to shine a light on what content is taken down, why companies make certain decisions about content, and...

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Highlights current disasters and social issues, with links to the charities covering those issues.

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In times of crisis and disaster, communities across the world turn inward to embrace those they love and support, while extending their kindness and generosity to those affected. This generosity turns into billions of volunteer hours, trillions of dollars in donations, and hundreds of millions of tons of donated supplies.

When disaster strikes a community -- whether it be by natural or man-made causes -- Charity Navigator provides lists of highly-rated organizations working to help those affected in whatever way they can. These organizations are extraordinarily effective at what they do, giving you the chance to support a cause where your dollar donated (or your hour volunteered) will go furthest.

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In times of crisis and disaster, communities across the world turn inward to embrace those they love and support, while extending their kindness and generosity to those affected. This generosity turns into billions of volunteer hours, trillions of dollars in donations, and hundreds of millions of tons of donated supplies.

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Find a list of many -- but not all -- of the books in the BEHS Library covering social issues. Look in a separate Collection for: Environmental Issues and Digital Tech/Media Literacy Issues

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Sadly, you have a gazillion topics available to you. Try to define your topic into a workable, interesting problem.

For example, instead of climate change (way too broad), think about: sustainable living, carbon drawdown, methane and farming, green transportation options, etc.

Instead of animal rights, think about ethical beauty products, private zoos versus not-for-profit zoos, state culling regulations for wildlife, etc.

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Climate Change:
Greenhouse Emissions
Carbon Dioxide Reduction
Methane Reduction
Renewable Energy
Sustainable Farming
Electrical Grid
Electric Vehicles
Public Transportation
Deforestation
Drought
Consumerism
Responsibility: Government,
Corporate, Personal,
Philanthropic
Environmental Ethics

Animal and plant life:
Animal rights
Animals in captivity
Zoos and aquarium
conservation efforts
Specific endangered species
Conservation as a public good
Invasive species
Animal experimentation
Animals as pets
Insect control and manipulation
Vegetarianism
Organic farming

Public Health:
Vaccinations
Pandemics
Water Quality
Medical Costs
Responsibility: Government,
Corporate, Personal

Media Literacy:
Misinformation, Disinformation,
Propaganda
Fact-Checking
Digital Privacy
Online Bullying

Government
Polarization in Politics
Campaign Finance
Lobbying
Voting Rights and Access
Gerrymandering

Poverty:
Executive Compensation
Living Wages
Food Insecurity
Childcare Costs
Educational Disparities
Drinking Water

Immigration:
Migrations
Refugees
Quotas
Human costs

National Security:
Terrorism
Computer Hacking
Infrastructure
Weapons of War
Drone Use

Education:
Higher Education Costs
Standardized Testing
Poverty and Education

These are just a few ideas to help you zoom in on different issues. There are hundreds more to choose from. Think about problems that interest you, browse the library shelves, and browse the topics list in the Opposing Viewpoints to find more ideas.

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A bipartisan communications channel with 2-minute chats from elected officials on important, current questions.

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A Starting Point is a civic engagement video-based app that helps voters better understand the issues of the day.

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Search for ebooks in Discus. For best results, keep your search simple, using only one or two keywords. Ex: agriculture

You'll need the pw for home use. Ask Ms. Bing or login in to the BEHS Library Catalog using your student ID number, then click on the Database tab.

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The resources in Discus South Carolina’s Virtual Library are made available to state residents.
Please enter the current Discus username and password. If you need assistance, contact your local library or media center. You may also contact the Discus Office: (803) 545-0201 or DiscusOffice@stateli…