Evaluating Information on the Internet

The electronic resources Pierce subscribes to are the best places to start. Remember, these resources are a part of the private web, so they are maintained regularly and the information there is controlled. 

• You can access reference sources - which are good for background information and facts - as well as article databases from this page or via the library's website.
• Need help constructing a search? See our Search Techniques page.

Gale Ebooks is a database that includes online Reference books. It is a great place to start to get an overview of your topic. 

Tips

• Browse by Subject or Collection or try typing in a few keywords that represent your topic.
• Too many results? Use the options on the right hand side of the screen to narrow down your search. 
• Print or download sections of online books. These books are not available for full download.