LibGuides: EN 101-39: College Composition : Getting Started

Welcome

Thanks for visiting! This research guide will help you find library and web resources for topics discussed in Prof. Cohan's Spring 2025 EN 101-39: College Composition class.

Why Should I Use Reference Resources?

Beginning your research with reference resources helps you discover background information like terminology, central figures and dates and an overview of existing literature on your topic. Look for:

Definitions of key terms
Historical context
Biographical information
Critical interpretation of texts
Bibliographies detailing relevant scholarship

Where to Begin Your Research

Britannica Academic
Also includes atlas, world data, the Classics, biographies, news & multimedia plus Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary.
CQ Researcher
Reports on topics of national interest including overview, chronology, pro/con & more.
Credo Reference
Credo contains full text encyclopedias and dictionaries.
Points of View Reference Center (EBSCO)
Includes essays that present multiple sides of a current issue.

Reference

Use these specialized encyclopedias and reference texts to get an overview of the subject, or to familiarize yourself with terminology and key concepts.