Researching and Learning from Home
DATABASES - quality resources with citations

INSPIRE databases: Free in Indiana. Click on the links below or go to INSPIRE for the entire list.  If you have issues accessing Inspire Databases from home, please use this link: INSPIRE from Home.

Academic Search Complete - scholarly articles for in-depth research

Biography Reference Center - articles and materials about people

Explora for High School - resources supporting high school classes

History Reference Center - primary sources and current perspectives on history

Newspaper Source Plus - national and international newspapers and news transcripts

Points of View Reference Center - supporting high school students in providing current information on controversial topics

MAS Complete - wide range of magazines specifically for high school

The following databases can be accessed anywhere in Marion County. If you do not live in Marion County, you can access them if you have a Indianapolis Public Library Card. All NC students and faculty are eligible for an Indy Pl care no matter where you live! 

Gale in Context:  Opposing Viewpoints- Information on social issues drawn from news articles, books, websites, and primary documents, highlighting the differences between contrasting viewpoints.

Gale in Context:  Global Issues- International viewpoints on a broad spectrum of global issues, topics, and current events.

Gale in Context:  High School- Designed to be a single starting point for students at all levels. Formerly known at Student Resources in Context.

Gale in Context:  U.S. History- Learn about the most significant people, events, and topics through an overview of U.S. history.

Gale in Context:  World History- Learn about the most significant people, events, and topics in world history.

CQ Researcher and SIRS can be accessed with your public library card number.

North Central's Database Subscriptions: See NC's Library Media 20-21 Canvas Course

for usernames and passwords.

Stop the spread of fake news!

​News sources: Beware of bias. Factcheck the news you find on social media.

  • All Sides: Links to news stories from both liberal and conservative outlets.

  • Factcheck.org investigates for false claims.

  • Snopes: Documented, thorough research to fight against misinformation.

  • E.S.C.A.P.E. from the coronavirus: NewseumED has a memorable way to evaluate all the news.

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Coronavirus expert information: