Research & Writing Tools
MLA Formatting & Citation GuideThis is a comprehensive online guide to MLA format, created by the Online Writing Lab at Purdue University. The LHS Library also has multiple copies of the MLA Handbook for your reference.
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Persuasive Essay & Speech Project
This is a comprehensive online guide to MLA format, created by the Online Writing Lab at Purdue University. The LHS Library also has multiple copies of the MLA Handbook for your reference.
Resources for your project:
Online Databases:
Please see a member of the Library staff for the usernames and/or passwords you will need to access these resources.
Controversial Issues & Opinions
- Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center
Use this database to research different points of view on controversial issues. Includes articles and editorials from magazines and newspapers, as well as books from Gale's Opposing Viewpoints series.
Useful Websites
- Procon.org
This site is run by a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to critical thinking and informed debate. Check out their issue sites presenting information on a variety of controversial topics.
- International Debate Education Association
Search IDEA's Debatabase to see if your topic is covered. Each topic briefing includes and general overview, pro and con arguments, and sources for more information.
Use this database to research different points of view on controversial issues. Includes articles and editorials from magazines and newspapers, as well as books from Gale's Opposing Viewpoints series.
This site is run by a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to critical thinking and informed debate. Check out their issue sites presenting information on a variety of controversial topics.
Search IDEA's Debatabase to see if your topic is covered. Each topic briefing includes and general overview, pro and con arguments, and sources for more information.