Subject Guide
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Use this resource guide to find materials to support your
English 111, Writing and Inquiry assignments
Information on citing sources, developing topics, and more can be found in the tabs on the left side of the screen.
If you have any questions about the resources please contact me or any of the reference librarians. We're always happy to help!
Credo Reference- Online Encyclopedias
Credo Reference features more than 600 online reference books. You'll find helpful topic pages, articles from encyclopedias in many disciplines, and links to articles in other library databases.
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Credo Reference features hundreds of encyclopedias and dictionaries. This is a great source for background reading about a topic.
Research Guide on English Grammar
For help with English grammar, consult the Grammar Resources Research Guide.
Test Preparation (includes writing and grammar resources)
The Durham Tech library subscribes to PrepSTEP for Colleges, which provides help with reading and writing, as well as career preparation and practice tests for entrance and occupational exams.
Under "Core English Skills" you can find grammar and writing skills improvement courses, ebooks, practice tests, and exercises for essay writing and grammar. You create your own login and password to use this site.
Films on Demand Streaming Video
- Films on Demand
Films on Demand provides high quality streaming videos in many subject areas. The videos include documentaries, interviews, instructional and vocational training videos, historical speeches and newsreels.