Civics Research Hub

Accessing Databases from Home

To access the databases from HOME, you must go to the APS Library Resources in Canvas. Choose Middle School Databases. If you have any trouble accessing these databases through Canvas, please let me know.

Remember, it is better to use Safari than the Canvas app.

Use DRAMA and Lateral Reading to find quality information

DRAMA - date, relevance, accuracy, motivation, authority

DRAMA – a Google slideshow

DRAMA – a video explanation

Lateral reading is when you have multiple tabs open about the same topic. You read and compare the info on all the pages to get the full picture.

Lateral Reading – video by University of Louisville Research & Assistance Dept.

Executive Branch Resources - Websites and Databases

Websites

Federal

State

Local

Databases

Citing your Sources

Cite your sources in APA format. Include a References page at the end of your project showcasing full citations.

NoodleTools Help Guide – an overview slideshow

Using NoodleTools: web and database – a video

Infographic – Where to find the citations in the APS library databases

Citing Images

How to cite images in NoodleTools – a video
Citing Images in NoodleTools – a slideshow
How to cite an image in APA style – format & examples – from Scribbr

Research Example with Citations

Executive Branch examples

Creating a research question

Planning and Note-taking document

Presentation in Canva