DC Library Resources Secondary

Students can access the library's resources through Ding by accessing Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home. Here you can locate our main databases and other online resources.

500+ titles are available to read on our eLibrary. Read via your browser or download the ePlatform app to access on a range of devices. To set up an account, register your details here.

Discover encyclopaedia articles, multimedia, primary sources and other excellent learning resources. Access here, choose your level and explore.

Questia is a fantastic online library and research tool which contains a range of resources on topics including art, literature, philosophy, politics, religion, science and many more. Questia is available to Year 11-13 students. Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

GIC offers a huge range of resources including academic and newspaper articles, podcasts, videos and more focusing on global issues, conflicts and events. Topics covered include business, health, conflicts, science, the environment and more. Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

Jstor is a digital library of academic journals and books. Arts, business, history, science, social science and more are covered in the broad range of material available. Research tools including citation tools and search alerts are available. Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

Created specifically for middle school students, RIC offers a wide range of sources addressing many topics including cultures, government, US and world history, literature and much more. Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

NoodleTools is our recommended tool for academic referencing. Students will need to register for a new account on first use and access preferably through DC Mail or here. Students should use APA style.

We have a school subscription to The New York Times online. Through this students can access the NYT in English, Chinese and Spanish.

Visit nytimes.com/passes to create a free NYTimes.com account using your school email address.

BrainPop is a fantastic educational animated site. Topics covered include science, social studies, English, maths, music, health and technology. Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

Big Universe has a huge range of eBooks for all ages accessible 24/7.

Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

The WSJ provides coverage of breaking news and international headlines.

Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

Magazine covering human rights, politics and social and environmental justice. Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

An excellent weekly science and technology magazine. Access through Ding > Student Resources > Library > DC Library Home.

Please contact your teacher librarian, Ms. Corcoran, if you need help with these or other research resources. Email corcom1@dc.edu.hk