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Points of View Reference Source

To create a persistent, shareable link, click the 3 dots to the right of the title for the resource you want to share. Then click "Share."

A new box will open. Click "Create Link" and a URL will be generated below. This can be shared in course shells, syllabi, or sent to KU-affiliated users. 

Using Points of View Reference Source

Searching Points of View Reference Center

From the Points of View Reference Center Homepage, you can perform a basic or advanced search using the search bar at the top of the page. You can also scroll down to discover the popular topics being searched that day. 

Scroll down further on the homepage to see the many overarching topics available. Once you click on a box there, you will load a new page with more options until you drill down to the specific topic that interests you.

Once you have narrowed your topical browsing down or entered search terms you're interested in; there are filters to further narrow the results down. You can also open the document by clicking the tab that says "Access Options," which will open a couple of access options.

A new page will open. You can then use the icons at the top right of the page to print or download the PDF of the resource.

 

Points of View Reference Source

Containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, Points of View Reference Source provides rich content that can help readers assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills. This resource covers 555 topics, each with an Overview, Point and Counterpoint articles, and a Guide to Critical Analysis.

Click for all topics covered. Points of View Reference Source covers hundreds of topics, each with an Overview (objective background/description), Point (argument), and Counterpoint (opposing argument). Each topic also features a Guide to Critical Analysis, which helps the reader evaluate the controversy and enhances their ability to read critically, develop their own perspectives on the issues, and write or debate an effective argument on the topic.

Points of View Reference Source provides a balance of materials from all viewpoints with:

  • Leading political magazines from across the political spectrum
  • Newspapers
  • Radio and television news transcripts
  • Primary source documents
  • Reference books

The database also offers related images and supplementary research guides for writing position papers, developing arguments, and debating.

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