Points of View

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• Points of View Reference Center, powered by EBSCOhost, is a full-text database designed to assist researchers in understanding controversial subjects. Students can use Points of View as a guide to debating, developing arguments, writing position papers, and for development of critical thinking skills.

• Essays provide questions and materials for further thought and study and are accompanied by thousands of supporting articles from the world’s top political and societal publications.

Access Points of View Reference Center through any web browser:

1. Go to the library’s website and click on the orange Research & Learning button and then on the Articles, Research & Information button.

2. From the A-Z Databases list, you can use the subject drop-down menu to filter the list by History resources or find Points of View Reference Center alphabetically. Enter your library card barcode number where it asks for Patron ID.

1. Use Points of View Reference Center by 1) browsing "In the News" or "Browse by Category" available on the main page 2) typing in your query in the Basic Search field, or 3) choosing Advanced Search for more options. You can also browse the list of available subjects or publications in the database using the buttons in the upper left.

2. Basic Search allows you to enter a word or phrase. Search suggestions will appear as you begin to type your term(s). Advanced Search gives you options to limit your search by factors such as Document Type, Lexile Reading Level, Publication Date, and Publication Type. 

3. Click on an item in your results list to view the record. The record will display the publication information below the title. Click PDF or HTML Full text on the left-hand side of the page to begin reading the article.

4. Use the Tools Menu on the right-hand side of the page to print, email, or save the article. You can also use the cite button to create a citation in multiple citation styles.

5. To use the “Add to Folder” and “Create Note” functions to save information for access at another time, you must register for an account or sign into EBSCOhost with a Google Account by clicking Sign-In at the top of the page.