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Getting to Know Points of View Reference Source

 

Learning Objectives
  • Understand the importance of using digital text and other media to support the inquiry process. 
  • Find Points of View Reference Source on the INFOhio website: www.infohio.org.

 

What is Points of View Reference Source?

Points of View Reference Source, an easy-to-use reference tool from EBSCO. Containing articles presenting diverse perspectives on important issues and events, Points of View has the information students need to understand controversial issues and craft persuasive arguments ― in speech and writing.

Open Points of View Reference Source

You can open Points of View Reference Source on a computer, tablet, or other device connected to the internet. Find Points of View Reference Source on the pages for Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-12. Use the directions below to learn more about the location of Points of View Reference Source. 

If you work with students in grades 6-8.

  1. Go to www.infohio.org
  2. Click the Grades 6-8 button.
  3. Scroll until you find Points of View Reference Source and click on the blue "i" in the right corner of the resource box or tab.
  4. Read the additional information about the resource.
  5. Click the Open button to open the resource.

If you work with students in grades 9-12.

  1. Go to www.infohio.org
  2. Click the Grades 9-12 button.
  3. Scroll until you find Points of View Reference Source and click on the blue "i" in the right corner of the resource box or tab.
  4. Read the additional information about the resource.
  5. Click the Open button to open the resource

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Share Links to Licensed Resources

INFOhio's licensed digital content is password-protected to ensure it is only accessible to Ohio educators, families, and students. Sharing the correct link for the content and resource is important to ensure seamless access. Watch the video Sharing Links to Licensed Resources to learn how to share Points of View Reference Source. 

Learn the Basics  

Points of View Reference Source uses the Explora interface. Watch the tutorial below to learn how to navigate the Explora interface. 

Save and Share Articles

Articles are available as online full text or PDF. Selected articles are available in both formats. Save and share articles using the methods listed below.

Copy and Paste the URL

Open the article in online full text or PDF format. Copy the URL from the browser. Paste the link in a document or learning management system. Use this link to return to the article.  

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Save Using Google Drive

To use this method, check your Google Chrome browser to ensure you are logged in with your preferred Google account. Click the Share icon. Select Google Drive. With your permission, EBSCO will save the article to your Google Drive. 

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Find the article saved within a folder titled, EBSCO in your Google Drive.

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Share Using Google Classroom

Share articles with students using Google Classroom. To use this method, check your Google Chrome browser to ensure you are logged in with your preferred Google account. Click the Share icon. Select Google Classroom.

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Choose a class. Select an action and click GO. Personalize the title and description. Click Post to share with students.

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Email

Click the Share icon. Select Email. Insert the email address of the recipient. 

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The title of the article will appear in the subject line. Recipients will receive an online full text or PDF copy of the article. 

Download 

Click the Share icon. Click Download. Select the Online full text or PDF format as prompted. Find downloaded articles on your device in the Downloads folder. 

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Reflecting on Your Learning
Answer the following questions in the Open Space group INFOhio Resources for Research. Find the discussion post Features of Points of View Reference Source. Reply to the thread and review other participants' responses.
  1. Thinking about your students, name at least two features about Points of View Reference Source that will appeal to your students.
  2. What is one question about this resource that you hope will be answered in the training? 
  3. Think about a time when you used a digital resource with your students (article, image, video, etc). What did you like about using the digital resource? How was it different than using other resources in your teaching?

 

 

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