Discover all the possibilities of information by using these quality databases brought to you by SC Discus.org.
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What Are Databases and Why You Need Them
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Databases vs. Google?
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For some databases, you will be asked for a user name and password. Please ask Mrs. Mills for this information.
Allows user to search multiple Gale databases at once
Use the Topic Finder to discover the context of your search term and uncover hidden connections. A GREAT place to start your research questions!
Use this link to reach the main site of SC Discus which is SC Virtual Library. Free for all SC Students. You may need a user name and password if you use the site from anywhere other than school.
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More than 600 full-text reference books on most major subjects
Access to encyclopedia and related content on three levels: elementary, middle and high school as well as teacher resuouce
Spanish elementary encyclopedia
Information on many topics from magazines, newspapers books and more
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Comprehensive collection of academic journals for scholarly research
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For college prep students and adults
Huge source for biographical infomation.
Discover facts about animals, by group, by habitat, or by name; easy to read articles, videos, and photos with age-appropriate reference and materal
Website with links to South Carolina-specific web resources for k-12 homework help, projects and more
Collection of images from historic newspapers
Find historical primary source videos ranging from 1-9 minutes;
Also a comprehensive U.S. and world history reference resource
Collection of core content from recognized reference, textbook, and publications in the nursing field.
Designed fro the everyday health care consumer and contains easily understandable health and medical information
Comprehensive database covering the major scientific fields of study
Large collection of periodicals, reference books and more covering a wide range of general interest topics
Provides the latest news from the leading national and international news sources
Comprehensive source for literary research on witers and their works throughout history and the world
Resource of fiction and nonfiction titles to guide readers in finding their next title to read
Broad spectrum of information on thousands of authors and their works across literary disciplines and timeframes
Customized collection of more than 250 electronic books for vocational needs
Country reports that provides a snapshot of the world's cultures
Pros and Cons of Current Issues.
"Reliable, Nonpartisan, Empowering."
Database of contempory social issues with content structured to promte critical-thinking and informational skills
Database containing articles that present multiple sides of issues - pros and cons
To learn more about
Opposing Viewpoints >>>
Occupational Outlook Handbook or OOH
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Complete career research database of jobs, skills and resources
O'Net Online
EBSCO Vocational & Career Info
Gale Career Transitions
(Resume help, career interest tools, explore career paths, etc)
Collection of test-preparation tools, skills-building materials, and other career and life skills resources
