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Good starting databases
Broad databases that tend to be very useful for starting research.
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ProQuestFind articles, news, data, etc. on a wide range of topics. This is often a good starting point because it covers so many topics.
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JSTORGood place to start when looking for humanities or social sciences resources. Contains info on other topics as well.
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Gale in Context: Opposing ViewpointsFind articles, news, etc. on issues. Very useful for pro/con type writing.
Getting Started with Research
These interactive tutorial videos will introduce you to the basic skills and knowledge you need to get your research started. (Note: Tutorials have video and audio components)
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Selecting Library ResourcesWhere do you even begin searching for articles, books, and other resources? Learn about the basic research resources that the library offers.
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Understanding Citations (APA style)Get a quick overview of APA style citation and begin thinking about the reasons why researchers cite.
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Searching Library DatabasesAdvanced strategies for searching databases.
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Evaluating ResourcesHow to evaluate the quality of your resources based on purpose, authority, and currency.
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Primary & Secondary SourcesExamine key differences between primary and secondary sources.
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More tutorials...Find additional tutorials on using the library catalog, reading call numbers, and renewing materials on the library website