Library Guides: NREM 460: Controversies in Natural Resource Management: Background Research

Background Research

You will need a good grasp of the history and scope of the controversy you are researching to write a good case study. Background resources are the best place to find this information they provide overviews of events and topics.

Online Background Research Sources

Credo Reference: Academic Core Collection This link opens in a new window
Oxford Reference Online This link opens in a new window
Look for the option on the right that says "Show books in my subscription" then browse by topic.

Green Ethics and Philosophy by Julie Newman
Call Number: Online
Provides broad overviews in short summaries for a wide variety of topics.
Encyclopedia of Environmental Ethics and Philosophy
Call Number: Online
Use the Search function on the right and make sure to select "all volumes".

Controversy Databases

CQ Researcher Plus Archive This link opens in a new window
Covers controversial topics in many areas.
Opposing Viewpoints This link opens in a new window
Covers the pro/con arguments on today's hot topics.

Wikipedia

Wikipedia
Research tip: Always consider Wikipedia a starting point when doing research. You'll need to search and use other sources to verify what you've found on Wikipedia.

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