Research Databases at CCBC
These databases - online collections of articles from journals, magazines, newspapers, videos, images and book chapters - are recommended depending on what sort of speech you are working on.
See all of the databases that we have: CCBC Databases
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Opposing Viewpoints This link opens in a new window
Viewpoint essays, topic essays, and news and magazine articles on controversial issues. Browse for topics or search.
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SIRS Issues Researcher This link opens in a new window
Viewpoint essays, topic essays, and news and magazine articles on controversial issues. Browse for topics or search.
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ProQuest Central This link opens in a new window
Articles on any subject. This is a good place to start.
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Academic Search Premier This link opens in a new window
Articles on any subject. This is a good place to start.
Websites
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Issues & Controversies Library GuideFind information about current events and debatable topics.
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Writing Guide: Informative SpeakingLearn about the purposes and types of informative speeches, writing and delivering informative speeches, and about the parts of informative speeches. From Colorado State University.
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ProCon.orgA nonprofit organization providing resources for critical thinking and to educate without bias.