Books
Books can be a great starting point for getting background information on the history of Mexico, as well as the other countries involved in the simulation.
Books to check out from the library:Use the COD Library's book catalog to find books & videos. You'll need a current library card to check out books.
Reference works, such as dictionaries and encyclopedias are useful for learning about background information on topics related to Mexico. You'll need a library card to access online books and articles from off-campus.
I-Share - Borrowing books from other libraries
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Books typically arrive in a few days, can be picked up at the lower level circulation desk. You'll get an email when they are ready for pickup.
Reference Sources
Electronic Reference
- Gale eBooks
Gale eBooks is a collection of online reference books on a variety of topics including business, history, literature, health & medicine, social science, technology, and more. The inclusion of key word definitions within its concise encyclopedia entries makes this database the perfect starting point for professional and personal research.
- Credo Reference
Credo Reference provides access to a broad selection of dictionaries, bilingual dictionaries, thesauri, encyclopedias, quotations, and atlases, plus a wide range of subject-specific titles. Includes a built-in mind map to help students brainstorm search terms. Credo is a great place to start your research.
- Encyclopedia Britannica
The online version of the classic Encyclopedia Britannica which also includes web links, select articles, and access to Webster's Dictionary. Research tools included are the world atlas, country comparison tool, original sources, and The World Factbook.
Search the Library Catalog
Use our catalog to find books, videos, and other resources in our collections.
