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When we begin a research assignment with a formed opinion or argument in mind, it can be difficult to avoid bias in our writing. The choices we make when we look for information can be biased too. Looking for sources that support your thesis is an example of confirmation bias, and confirmation bias is, "a tendency to look first for information that confirms a desired conclusion" (Cornell Law School). How can you avoid bias? Try starting with a question. Begin with the question, and let the evidence guide you.
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Explore topics using the following news organizations and library databases.
The Atlantic is a magazine that features articles in the fields of politics, foreign affairs, business and the economy, culture and the arts, technology, and science.
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is a news organization reporting on current affairs in the UK and around the world. A great resource for different perspectives on U.S. issues.
CQ Researcher is a library database that features a collection of reports covering political and social issues, with regular reports on topics in health, international affairs, education, the environment, technology and the U.S. economy.
The CQ Researcher is a collection of reports covering political and social issues, with regular reports on topics in health, international affairs, education, the environment, technology and the U.S. economy. Keywords: hot topics, current events, social issues, social trends, archive, English 15, CAS 100, background information, general interest, contemporary issues, overviews. CQ Global Researcher (formerly a stand alone DB) content was merged into CQ Researcher.
Forbes magazine features articles on finance, industry, investing, and marketing topics. Forbes also reports on related subjects such as technology, communications, science, politics, and law.
Newsweek is a news magazine that provides the latest news, in-depth analysis and ideas about international issues, technology, business, culture and politics.
A library database. Browse and search for sources categorized by type (journal articles, news, statistics, etc.) on "hot"/debatable topics.
Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center provides research and background information on social issues. The database contains the essays from the Opposing Viewpoints series, supplemented by statistics, primary documents, links to websites, and full-text magazine and newspaper articles. Keywords: hot topics, current events, social issues, social trends, English 15, CAS 100, background information, general interest, contemporary issues, overviews.