Navigating the Opposing Viewpoints Database

The video tutorial provides a comprehensive guide on using the Opposing Viewpoints database, a resource for exploring controversial issues. It covers accessing the database, finding and selecting topic ideas, searching for specific topics, exploring articles, and saving citations and links. Additionally, it offers guidance on obtaining assistance from a librarian if needed.

What types of resources does the Opposing Viewpoints database include?

• Only journal articles

• Viewpoints, journal articles, infographics, news images, videos, and audio

• Only infographics and news images

• Only videos and audio

Where can you find the 'database' button on the Rio Salado library page?

• On the right side of the page

• In the middle of the page

• At the bottom of the page

• At the top of the page

What should you do if you need help signing in to the Opposing Viewpoints database?

• Contact the IT department

• Select the link under 'Need help signing in?'

• Email the library

• Call the librarian

What does it mean if a topic is shown in bold letters in the Opposing Viewpoints database?

• The topic is not available

• The topic is new

• The topic is extensively covered

• The topic is outdated

What can you find in the 'On this Page' box when exploring a topic?

• Only video content

• Different types of information and articles

• Only audio content

• Only the author's biography

What is typically found in the blue box of viewpoint articles?

• A list of related articles

• A video summary

• An abstract or summary of the article

• A list of references

Why is it important to check the author's information in an article?

• To know their favorite color

• To decide if they are credible to write about the topic

• To find their contact information

• To know their age

What should you do to save a citation from an article?

• Take a screenshot

• Look for the 'Cite' icon and copy the citation

• Memorize it

• Write it down manually

Where should you avoid copying the link from when saving an article?

• The author's information section

• The 'Get link' button

• The 'Cite' icon

• The top of the address bar

How can you get help if you have trouble finding articles?

• By using the 24/7 Ask a Librarian chat

• By visiting the library in person

• By emailing the author

• By calling the library