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Technology, Ethics, and Society Research Resources

Controversial Issues in Science, Technology and Ethics
Offers informed, differing views on each side of an issue, helping students draw their own valid conclusions on controversial issues.

Computer Source This link opens in a new window
A full-text database covering computing, technology and engineering disciplines. Subjects include business and social implications of new technology.
Opposing Viewpoints: Gale in Context This link opens in a new window
Covers today's hottest social issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. This cross-curricular resource supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Includes viewpoints, reference articles, infographics, news, images, video, audio, etc. Periodical content covers current events, news and commentary, economics, environmental issues, political science,etc.
Points of View Reference Center This link opens in a new window
Provides content to help assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills. This database assembles controversial information in a non-biased manner for evaluation by the patron.

Applied Science & Technology Full Text This link opens in a new window
Provides access to full-text journals covering a wide variety of STEM disciplines, including artificial intelligence, applied mathematics, plastics, hydroponics, chemical engineering and robotics.
Includes indexing and abstracts for English-language scientific and technical publications dating back to 1909. It also includes full-text articles dating back to 1990 and page images with original illustrations, charts and photographs.