Targeted Web Sites and Digital Content

21st Century Skills

Overview:
"Journalism" in World Book Encyclopedia
NetTrekker Journalism Links
The Media History Project
Schmoop: History of American Journalism
A Brief History of Journalism in America
University of Kansas: History of American Journalism
"Sensationalism, Inflammatory Words and the History of Tabloid Journalism"
Thinkquest History of Mass Media

• Research and Investigation Guide: Secondary

• 21st Century Literacies Resources

• Web Research Guide

• Writer's Workshop: Research Paper

• Note-Making Tools from English Companion

Do a keyword search for websites, articles, and media from authoritative, reliable sources using BCPS-licensed databases and e-books.

• No logins needed to use databases at school. See your Library Media Specialist for user names and passwords required for home access.

Subject Headings Keyword
SubjectKeyword
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Research database

• Using BCPS Virtual Resources, Digital Content, and e-books

• Use tools and features of databases including reading levels, audio read-aloud, and embedded dictionaries.

• How do I use Destiny WebPath Express?

• netTrekker Help

School Library:

Do a keyword search in your school's DESTINY catalog to find nonfiction and reference books about your topic.

• Searching your Catalog
• Quick Help for Basic Search | Power Search

Use indexes or tables of contents to locate information related to your topic and questions. Check the indexes of print encyclopedias for articles about your topic.

Do a keyword search in the BCPL Catalog to locate additional resources.

• BCPL Card and Catalog Help

Chat online with a real live librarian at Ask Us Now! Be sure to have your research questions handy.

Visit a local museum:

• The Newseum

• The H.L. Mencken House