Finding articles in the Lindell Library.
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Let's dive into finding articles in the library.
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First things first; Let's tackle why using databases is crucial for your research.
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Imagine you're on the internet: surrounded by millions of articles, blogs, and posts Nope! That's not the way! Using a library database gives you access to scholarly articles written by experts.
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Many of them have been peer reviewed and thoroughly researched, making them reliable sources.
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There are two main ways you can go about finding articles on the library website.
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You can use the articles tab in the big search box at the top of the page to do a general catalog search.
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Or you can click on the Databases A to Z link in the "Research and Find" box.
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The A to Z databases link will take you to a long list of places where you can search for a variety of sources.
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If your instructor has a database they want you to use, great!
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Find it in the list.
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You can also sort the list by subject area and/or source type.
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Still not sure where to start?
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We highly recommend Academic Search Ultimate. This database covers a multitude of program areas and contains full text articles from thousands of journals.
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Why pick a library database over the main search on the website?
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Depending on your subject, you may find that you have more article options in a database than in the catalog.
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This is not going to be true for every subject, but it is something to keep in mind as you are doing your research.
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Quotes and phrase searching along with the use of filters can help you narrow down the results list.
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Common filters include limiting to full text, peer review, also known as a scholarly source, and publication date.
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Once you find an article that looks like it is something you may want to read, look for access options.
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Many articles will have a PDF or full text button or menu option where you can go straight to the article or download it.
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Other articles may have a "Find it" or "Request this item" option.
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Selecting this will take you to a form where you can request the article be emailed right to you.
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Pro tip from a seasoned librarian: No matter how you get it, manage your article downloads efficiently. Use a citation manager or create folders in your drive to save everything by class or assignment.
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Most databases provide citation tools.
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Look for a quotation icon and then select the citation format you need - APA, MLA, Chicago - and the database will generate the full citation for you.
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Double check it against a style guide to make sure it's perfect.
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Everyone, especially your instructor, loves a well cited paper. Happy researching!
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