Learning Objective

• Use the navigational features to find the best content for students and instruction.

Points of View Reference Source covers more than 560 topics across dozens of categories. Each topic includes an Overview (objective background), Point (argument), Counterpoint (opposing argument or alternate perspective), and a Guide to Critical Analysis to help students evaluate controversial topics and develop their perspectives. Topics include:

• Animal Rights
• Electric Vehicles
• Genetically Modified Foods
• Gun Control
• Media Bias
• Opioids, Addiction & Drug Companies
• Solar Power
• Use of Drones

Navigating the Homepage

From the homepage you can search by keyword, discover popular content, browse by topic, or view featured content. 

Search by Keyword

Use the images below to learn how to search for magazine articles, books, news, and more using a single search box. 

Begin with the search box at the top.

Add filters to narrow the results list. 

Select an item from the results list.

Refer to Points of View Reference Source - Quick Start Guide and learn how to do basic and advanced searches. 

Discover Popular Content

Trending topics rotate at the top of the homepage. Click the topic to generate a search.

Browse by Topic

Points of View Reference Source topics identify the general subjects where Points of View essays exist. Each topic contains four or more sub-topics. Each topic includes Points of View Reference Source specific articles. Follow the steps to browse by topic. 

Refer to Points of View Reference Source - Browsing by Topic for additional help browsing the database. 

View Featured Content

Use the arrow button to scroll through the featured content. Find articles to help teach research and inquiry skills. 

Results List 

Using the Filters

At the top of the results list, you will find filters. Select from the displayed filters beneath the search box to narrow your search results. 

Click All Filters to open all available filters. 

• Publication Date
• Databases
• Source Types
• Subject
• Publications

Use the arrow to expand each option. Select the filters. Click Apply to narrow the items in the results list. 

Results Display

Find the results list in the center of the page. The number of search results is displayed below the search box. Use the following options to navigate the results list.

1. Article title: Click the article title and find the citation information and full text.
2. View details: Find the citation information for the article. 
3. Access now: Click to find links to the Online full text or PDF version of the article. Selected articles are available in both formats.
4. Show more results: Click to load more articles to the results list. 

Reflecting on Your Learning 

1. Think about the units you have planned for the next quarter. How will use Points of View Reference Source in an upcoming lesson or unit?  
2. Most topics within Points of View Reference Source contain a point article, a counterpoint article, and an overview article. Think about an upcoming unit for which having all three perspectives will enhance the lesson.