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RESEARCH TOOLS

There are tons of websites, tools, and databases available to help you do research. For students, the best way to get access to all kinds of information that you know is credible and trustworthy is to use MackinVia. 
 
MackinVia gives you access to databases and informational ebooks that will help you complete research in any subject. Plus, you can export citations, save articles, and take notes in most of the databases we offer. 
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To access your personal MackinVia account and get started with your research, click on the MyPortal button below to log in with your school username and password. 
Once you've logged in, select the clever button, choose sign in with myPortal, and select the MackinVia button. This will take you right to MackinVia where you can browse databases and ebooks for the information you need!

Favorite Databases from MackinVia

Britannica School
 
  • Easy to view and select search results
  • Adjust reading level to based on ability
  • Pictures are included in every article
  • Ready to go citations...just copy and paste
  • Translate and read aloud options
  • Email articles to anyone
 
 
 
Culture Grams
 
  • Easy to add to google drive and google classroom
  • Information in a variety of formats (maps, graphs, video, audio)
  • Easy to use print, cite, and share options
  • The infographics are amazing!
 
 
 
Opposing Viewpoints
 
  • Get multiple points of view on just about any topic you can think of
  • Helps to show kids the complexities of issues we face today
  • Easy to add to google classroom and google drive
  • Information in a variety of formats (maps, graphs, pictures, video)
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