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Choosing the best database
or print index for your information need is an important step in any search
for information. Each electronic database and print index is unique in
its subject coverage and scope, although there may be some overlap between
them. When encountering a new database for the first time you need to
inspect its advance search or help sections to learn its capabilities.
Consider the following:
- Scope: Each database covers specific
subject areas. You want to analyze whether the material covered includes
general or more specialized information. The subject and alphabetical
lists of McConnell Library's Electronic Resources provides brief descriptions
of the subject content for most of the electronic databases to which
we provide access. For print indexes, browse the introductory material
(usually found within the first few pages or inside the front cover)
for information on coverage.
- Locating a database:There are many ways to locate an appropriate
database. You can use the alphabetical or subject lists mentioned above or search
the library's online catalog by subject. In addition, you may wish to ask for
a referral to a specific database from a professor or librarian.
To access these alphabetical and subject lists,
go to the library's homepage and click on the link shown below.
Finding Articles & More Page
As you scroll down this page (shown below) you'll notice
the following:
- "Select a Subject" - a drop down menu of online resources and
databases arranged by subjects and academic majors
- "Shortcuts to" various guides (ALA, EndNote, etc.) and frequently used databases (Info Trac Powersearch,LexisNexis, etc.)
- an A-Z list that lists all our online databases and resources alphabetically
next - Find a Database by Title
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