LibGuides: Sociology: Background Information

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Background Information

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Databases

Here are some of the library's databases which may be useful for background information on sociology topics.

Britannica Academic This link opens in a new window
(Encyclopaedia Britannica) Online access to the Encyclopaedia Britannica as well as Merriam-Webster's Dictionary, a world atlas, a world factbook of statistics, and a country comparator.
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Canada in Context This link opens in a new window
(Gale) Provides access to Canadian content including biographies, news, essays and podcasts.
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Canadian Encyclopedia Online This link opens in a new window
(Historica) Provides access to information about Canadian personalities, places, events, history and achievements.
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Canadian Points of View This link opens in a new window
(EBSCO) Provides access to essays with differing points of view on current issues. Essays include an overview, arguments, counter arguments and a guide to Critical Thinking.
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Exploring Race in Society This link opens in a new window
(EBSCO) This research database offers essential content covering important issues related to race in society today. Essays, articles, reports and other reliable sources provide an in-depth look at the history of race and provide critical context for learning more about topics associated with race, ethnicity, diversity and inclusiveness.
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Opposing Viewpoints in Context This link opens in a new window
(Gale) Provides access to a comprehensive resource offering differing points of view on current social issues with pro and con articles, topic overviews and biographies of social activists.
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Pop Culture Universe This link opens in a new window
(Bloomsbury / ABC-CLIO) A digital library of information and book content on American and world popular culture, past and present. Useful for research on the history, events, trends, and fads of specific decades or historical eras.
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Encyclopedias & Dictionaries

Here's a selection of encyclopedias and dictionaries which provide information on sociology concepts and terms.

eBooks

Here is a selection of eBooks which provide an introduction to sociology.

Starting Your Research

The following resources provide information on how to get started with researching your topic, such as the research process and conducting background research.