To find articles using an online database.

• What is an online database?
• What information is included in databases?
• How do I choose the right database for my topic?
• How do you access the databases from home?

What is an online database?

An online database contains citations, abstracts, and full text articles from journal, magazines and newspapers. Some even carry the full text from reference sources such as the World Almanac and Mosby’s Medical Dictionary.

Starting Your Research

• Choosing a Topic
• Building Keywords
• Types of Information

Finding Books

• Library Catalog Overview
• Searching Library Catalog
• Searching Library (cont. )
• Reviewing & Locating ...
• Modifying your Search...

Finding Articles

• Online Database
• Information in Databases
• Choose a Database
• Accessing the Database

Evaluating Web Sites

• What is this Site About?
• Who Created the Page/Site?
• When was the Information Created?
• Where is the Information Coming From?
• Why is this site on the Web?
• How Accurate is the Web Site?