Library Guides: CMM 100: Background Information

Background Information

Points of View Reference Source This link opens in a new window
Covers hundreds of topics, each with an overview (objective background/description), point (argument) and counterpoint (opposing argument).
This database covers hundreds of topics, each with an overview (objective background/description), point (argument) and counterpoint (opposing argument). Each topic features a Guide to Critical Analysis which helps the reader evaluate the controversy and enhances students’ ability to read critically, develop their own perspective on the issues, and write or debate an effective argument on the topic. Explore topics such as censorship, citizens' rights, civics & government, crime & punishment, earth & environment, energy & conservation, family issues, foreign policy & relations, global issues, government funding, health & medicine, immigration, labor & economics, media & communications, medicine & ethics, national high school debate, people & society, race & culture, religion, schools & education, sports, technology & the internet, voting & elections, war & peace, and women's issues.

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Example overview, point and counterpoint:

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Very Short Introductions This link opens in a new window
Concise introductions to a diverse range of subject areas written by experts in the fields of Arts & Humanities, Law, Medicine & Health, Science & Mathematics, and Social Sciences.
This resource provides concise and original introductions to a diverse range of subject areas, written by expert authors who combine facts, analysis, new insights, and enthusiasm to make challenging topics readable. Browsable subject areas include Arts & Humanities, Law, Medicine & Health, Science & Mathematics, and Social Sciences. Search books, chapters, images, front matter, and end matter.

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