Introduction to research techniques in a college library: specialized research databases. Focus on use of subject databases, emphasis on discipline specific resources, search strategies, evaluation of relevant resources, distinction between scholarly journals and popular magazines, discussion of plagiarism, and bibliographic citation of articles from periodical databases.
What Are the Differences Between Subscription Databases and the Web?
Choosing the Right LPC Database for Your Research
NoodleBib Tip Sheet - Literature Resource Center
NoodleBib Tip Sheet - LitFinder
NoodleBib Tip Sheet - Opposing Viewpoints
NoodleBib Tip Sheet - CQ Researcher, Ethnic NewsWatch, GenderWatch
Boolean Tutorial (Colorado State University Libraries)
Scholarly Journals or Popular Magazines: What Are the Differences? - LPC Library
Academic Journals, Trade Publications, and Magazines
How to Recognize Plagiarism - Indiana University-Bloomington
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