Mariemont High School Library

English IV

Research Modules

• SRP Research Modules--Analysis and Criticism
• Decoding Databases (video)
• Module 9 (Gale Literature Criticism Online) Video Tutorial
• SRP Research Modules--Overview and Biography
• Noodle Tools
• Moodle Chat Room
• Module 2 Part A (MHS Reference Books in Print) Video Tutorial
• Module 2 Part B (MHS Reference Books Online) Video Tutorial
• Module 3 (Gale Biography in Context) Video Tutorial
• Module 4 (Literature Resource Center) Video Tutorial

How do I choose a book?

• Possible Title List
• Books Used on the AP Tests
• Readalikes

  Lists of books similar to books you've read in previous English classes and other popular books.

• NoveList Plus

  A Cincinnati Public database that gives you reading suggestions and lists award winners.

• Books and Authors

  A Cincinnati Public database that recommends books based on the subjects you like or other books you've enjoyed. Check out the Expert Picks tab.

• Amazon.com

  Amazon has brief summaries of books and sometimes allows you to read a few pages online. The reviews can give you an idea of what to expect, but remember--anyone can write these reviews so don't necessarily accept everything you read.

• The Modern Library 100 Best Novels

• National Book Award Winners
• Man Booker Prize Winners

• Time Magazine All-Time 100 Novels

Is my book Researchable?

• Gale Literary Index

  Check here to see how many articles Gale has published on your book and author.

• Literature Resource Center

  Check here for biographies and literary criticism. ***Need your Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County library card to access.

• MLA International Bibliography

  Check this database for articles on your book. ***Need your Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County library card to access.

Handouts

• Project Description

How do I research my book?

• Literature Resource Center

  Reference book articles and periodicals with biography, literary criticism, and analysis. *Need Public Library Card to access.

• Gale Virtual Reference Library

  Online reference books on contemporary authors.

• MLA International Bibliography

  Check this Cincinnati Public database for articles on your book.

• MHS Online Catalog

  Check our catalog for nonfiction books about your author and book.

• Gale Glossary of Literary Terms
• Literary Vocabulary
• Literary Movements