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Social Issues
Brown - Spring 2023


For the most up to date usernames and passwords see the "Databases & eBooks" under the "Research" tab.

ProQuest Resources in the California state-wide contract
​SIRS Issues Researcher
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user: mbusd  password: Beach*18

Opposing Viewpoints Database from the Los Angeles County Public Library Database collection. Use the barcode number on the back of your library card. If you don't have a card, use MCHS number. 
MCHS Library Acct: 1111652201702

EBSCO Search Premier & Academic eBook Collection
Provides access to over 130,000 ebooks & 4,600 academic journals.
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user: miracostahs  password: Library@23

National Newspapers  
Some of the most respected major national and regional newspapers, including the Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and more.
MCHS Library Acct: 1111652201702

Census Data
This data dissemination platform allows users to access demographic and economic data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Exploring Current Issues:
ProCon.org
Public Agenda Online
AllSides.com


For more databases from the Los Angeles County Library system, go to the main database page.

​Search MCHS library catalog for books and ebooks Use keywords describing your topic.  Also browse our shelves in the 305's.

Google Scholar & Google Books
Google is not always the most reliable way to search for information.  If you just MUST use Google, at least increase your odds of finding reliable information by using Google Scholar or Google Books.
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Boolean Operators
AND = requires both terms to be present - limits results
OR = requires either term to be present - expands results
NOT = eliminates a term - limits results

Website Evaluation Form

You can use this quick form to help evaluate if a website is a good resource for your research project.

​Need help with citations?
Go to the citations tab
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  • About
    • About Your Library
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    • What Teacher Librarians Do
  • Research
    • Databases & eBooks
    • Newspapers
    • Pathfinders
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    • Citations - MLA
    • Fair Use - Creative Commons
  • Find A Book
    • Book Finder Databases
    • Book Lists
    • Book Awards Lists
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    • Recommend A Book
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    • Textbooks Policies
  • Free Access
    • Homework Help
    • Ebooks and More
    • Audiobooks
    • For Fun
    • Mental Health
  • MCHS