Using Library Databases
Databases are searchable collections of reliable, vetted resources, like magazines, academic journals, newspapers, and encyclopedias. We pay for access to these resources through subscriptions--like Netflix, but for articles!
- Vetted= already evaluated or fact-checked
The databases listed below are the best databases for your class.
Recommended Databases for This Project
You can find links to individual databases on the Library homepage under the heading "A-Z Library Resources".
- EBSCOhost This link opens in a new windowAcademic Search Complete
MasterFILE Complete
Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection
Newspaper Source Plus
Military and Government Collection
America: History and Life - Gale Power Search This link opens in a new windowSearch all Gale content (except Gale Literature) from one search platform
- Academic OneFile - Gale This link opens in a new windowJournal and magazine articles from various disciplines
- Opposing Viewpoints In Context This link opens in a new windowViewpoints, reference articles, and statistics covering today's hottest social issues
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowIn-depth reporting on the most important issues of the day
Databases 101 Video Series
Searching Databases
Scholarly/Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
Truncation
Combining Search Terms with Boolean Operators
