Resources A good website is called Invading Species in which you can find most invading species found in Canada, listed under the categories in the menu.
Here are some useful resources you can pick up at the Laurier Virtual Library.
*the Virtual Library Catalogue, *InfoBase e-books, *Science Reference Centre *Global Issues in Context
Before you can access the database list, remember to indicate that you’re in Gr 9-12.
The Catalogue will also will allow you on-site and remote access to our Print, Electronic and Streaming Video Collection. You can also access the CBC archives through this portal, which has a great deal of resources.
Citation
For Science assignments, you will be using the APA school of citation. Remember that a References list at the end of the essay.
Remember to look to OWL @ Purdue for other questions that arise about citation. It’s where Ms. Kelso or Ms. Vilicic go when we’re looking for information about citation.
Mr. Woodley’s Grade 10 History class will be coming to the Library to continue researching their issue as it relates to the destruction of Native culture in Canada or whether an apology is enough.
The Library Catalogue allows you remote access to our print, digital and streaming resources from anywhere at any time. To access this resource, you’ll simply need your TDSB log-in information.
The Canadian Encyclopedia is an excellent source of information for Canadian individuals (or for those with ties to Canada).
The History databases and websites within the Virtual Library may be helpful. Just remember to choose Grade 9-12 and Indigenous Studies or History as the Subject in the FIND feature.
Remember that you will need to include a bibliography using Chicago style of Citation. It is crucial to properly reference information that is not your own in order to give credit where it’s due and also to avoid PLAGIARISM. Providing your teacher with a URL for a website used unfortunately will not cut it anymore.
Using the following information will put you on the right track to creating a bibliography to be proud of!
Below you’ll find the Laurier Guide for Chicago Citation.
Remember to look to OWL @ Purdue for other questions that arise about citation. It’s where Ms. Kelso or Ms. Vilicic go when we’re looking for information about citation.
The Library has a collection of books that cover different decades in Canadian and North American history. These books can be found in the 971 section under the Dewey Decimal System. Books with more American focused information can be found in 973.
The Canadian Encyclopedia – This thorough collection of resources covers most Canadian options, but also looks at the local impact of several globally renowned individuals. It also provides links and a bibliography for easy access.
Canada: A Country by Consent was created by Canadian Historians who were wanted Canadian-Content created by Canadian writers. It has articles about the major events of Canadian history.
The CBC archives provides you with access to thousands of audio clips and video clips that are easy to integrate into your presentation.
Citation
For this assignment, you will need to create a Bibliography.
The file discussed with the class for easy access can be found here
Remember to look to OWL @ Purdue for other questions that arise about citation. It’s where Ms. Kelso or Ms. Vilicic go when we’re looking for information about citation.
Period 2- CHW3M
Mr. Kosowan will be bringing his Ancient History class in to begin researching for their Egyptian Buzzfeed assignment.
The Library Catalogue allows you remote access to our print, digital and streaming resources from anywhere at any time. To access this resource, you’ll simply need your TDSB log-in information.
Instead of just going to Google, you’d all be well-served to consult the following database as well.
As part of your presentation, you will need to show your sources in a Bibliography using Chicago style. Remember that your audience needs to see what’s on your slide, so make sure that you choose a suitable font & size.
You are being asked to cite your research using MLA. Keep an accurate record of all sources you use and create a Working Works Cited list. This is a list that allows you to add or remove sources so you can ensure the Submitted Works Cited List is accurate. By showing your working Works Cited list to your teacher or to a teacher-librarian, you’ll be able to get ahead of the game and maybe even earn a higher grade.
Remember to look to OWL @ Purdue for other questions that arise about citation. It’s where Ms. Kelso or Ms. Vilicic go when we’re looking for information about citation.
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Period 4 – PSK4U
Ms. Vieth’s class is coming in to work on their social issues in sport assignment.
You might want to check out theCanadian Centre for Ethics in Sports website if you are looking at issues within Canadian or relating to Canadian athletes.
Also the CBC archivesmay have news clips related to past events relating to social issues in Sport.
Remember to look to OWL @ Purdue for other questions that arise about citation. It’s where Ms. Kelso or Ms. Vilicic go when we’re looking for information about citation.