Biology I
Current Events, Quick and Simple
Assignment in a Nutshell
1. Find a current article from a newspaper or a magazine that is related to biology.
2. Correctly cite the article in MLA format.
3. Write a summary of the article in 1 or 2 paragraphs.
4. Research some aspect of the article, select and cite one source and attach a copy.
5. Personal response and/or thoughts on the article (the one from step 1).
All additional info must be from the Paideia Library or from Library databases
More citation examples:
How Can You Trust What You Find?
Know what to ask before you start searching! "Evaluating Validity on the Web."
Finding Biology Articles -
• Browse newspapers & magazines in the Library reading area
(Time, National Geographic, Discover, Smithsonian, New York Times and others)
• Browse reliable science websites (such as online versions of the above magazines) -
• Check online sources through Library Databases.
ProQuest - newspaper and magazine articles (including Science News)
SIRS - newspaper and magazine articles, tends to be science-oriented
* For database passwords, choose Library Access under the QuickLinks dropdown menu
in the top right corner of this page *
Finding Additional Information - 
• Books - Use the Paideia Library Catalog.
• Search online sources through Library Databases.
ProQuest - newspaper and magazine articles
SIRS - newspaper and magazine articles, tends to be science-oriented
Encyclopedia Britannica Online - the usual, plus journal articles and recommended websites
netTrekker - a database of teacher-evaluated websites
• Ask your Friendly Librarian to point you in the right direction!
