Research Databases 101
This guide introduces library databases and how to use them.
What are Databases?
Research can feel overwhelming when it is difficult to know what sources are useful and trustworthy. Academic databases help solve this problem by making sources easy to search, filter, and evaluate.
Google Vs. Library Databases
| Library Database | |
|---|---|
| Easy to use -- can ask questions | Requires being more precise with word choices |
| Limited access to scholarly and academic sources | Extensive access to scholarly journals and research articles |
| Basic search options with limited filters | Advanced search features |
| Suitable for general searches | Specific academic or subject-based research |
| Free to use | Access requires institution affiliation |
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