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PATHFINDER - Computer Scientists:
Below you will find web sites, databases and MC library print materials to help you in your research on this topic.

Suggested Print Resouces:

Notable Scientists from 1900 to the Present (5 vols.) (This is the best place to start.)
The Great Scientists (12 vols.)
World Book Encyclopedia
American National Biography
A to Z of Computer Scientists
Out of Their Minds: The Lives and Discoveries of 15 Great Computer Scientists
Where Wizards Stay up Late: the Origins of the Internet
Bill Gates
Charles Babbageand the Engines of Perfection
Steve Jobs: Wizard of Apple Computer

Check the library's card catalog for individual and collective biographies on your scientist.

Suggested Database

Electric Library
You will find biographical information as well as articles written by your scientist and about their accomplishments. (This would be my second choice after the Notable Scientists Encyclopedia).

Encyclopedia Britannica
Better and more reliable source than Wikipedia. (see Mrs. Pienton for user name and password)

Biography Resource Center and Science Resource Center
Great sources for biographical information on your scientist.. This is only available until 11-30-07.

Public Library Catalogs:

Chicago Public Library (CPL)
Search the library’s online catalog.
CPL also allows you to access some great databases such as World Book, American National Biography, and Biography Resource Center with a library card number. See the Find It section on the library's home page


South Suburban Library Network
Search the online catalogs of the libraries in the South Suburban Network.

Reminder: If your library does not have the book you need, they can get it for you from another library. Just ask the Reference Librarian

Citation Tools:

EasyBib
Automatically formats your bibliographic information into MLA style. Choose the type of source you wish to format and fill in the blanks. Note: YOU are still responsible for the quality and accuracy of end product. Don't forget the hanging indent.

MLA Citation Examples
Provides clear examples and instructions on how to cite using the MLA style.

 


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