Compare+Bible+and+History

===**[|Books]** You have the option of logging into the library catalog using your school username and password. Doing so allows you to create lists, save your searches, and write reviews for books. You do not have to log in to search for books. ===

 Terms to search for:
 * bible o.t.
 * "old testament"
 * Person’s name (last name, first).

===**[|Databases]**: To use these from home you will need a username and password. Login to [|Moodle] and find the link to McShain library for the complete list. === >
 * Be sure to check out the Collegeville Bible Commentaries found in the section (downstairs)**
 * ====To find information about biblical characters try these databases: ====
 * 1) [|Encyclopedia of Religion] : Your best bet for finding concise, relevant information. Search the "eBook Index" for your biblical character. To cite copy and paste the Source Citation at the bottom of the page into a MS Word Doc. Remember to use hanging indentation and to double space.
 * 2) [|New Catholic Encyclopedia] : A bit more cumbersome, but really great information. Search the "eBook Index" for your biblical character. To cite copy and paste the Source Citation at the bottom of the page into a MS Word Doc. Remember to use hanging indentation and to double space.
 * To find information about historical figures try these databases:
 * 1) [|American History]: Just type in your person’s name. The MLA citation is at the bottom of the page. Remember to use hanging indentation and to double space.
 * 2) [|Student Resource Center]: Just type in your person’s name. To cite copy and paste the Source Citation at the bottom of the page into a MS Word Doc. Remember to use hanging indentation and to double space.


 * Free Web (Internet)**: Anyone with a computer and internet access can create a free website. Be prepared to evaluate free web resources based on the following criteria: currency (when was the page/site created or updated), authorship (who wrote it and what are their credentials), relevance (does the information support your thesis or answer your questions), and accuracy (can facts, statistics, etc. be verified elsewhere).


 * **[|Google Directory]** This Google search will bring you more relevant hits without all the garbage.
 * **[|OAIster]** Find the "hidden pearls" of the web with this search tool.
 * **[|Hawk Search]** A specialized search for the Prep using Google technology.
 * **Internet Public Library **
 * **[|The WWW Virtual Library]**
 * **[|The Bible.org]**
 * **[|Old Testament Gateway]**