This document provides tips for finding sources using library databases. It begins by stating the objective is to learn how to find sources for a paper. It then discusses searching library databases, which contain journal, newspaper, and magazine articles not available through web searches. It suggests several databases and encourages spending time searching and exploring how the databases work. The rest of the document provides eight tips for effective database searching, such as constructing search strategies using essential concepts, using Boolean operators like AND and OR, building in synonyms, and seeking help from librarians if needed.

1. ENG 101Finding SourcesDanielle Carlockd.carlock@sccmail.maricopa.edu(480) 425-6765

2. TODAY’S OBJECTIVEBy the end of today’s session you will be able to:Find sources for your paperWHERE TO SEARCH?

3. USING LIBRARY DATABASESA specialized search engine accessed through the library webpageContains newspaper, magazine, and journal articlesMost of this content not available openly through a web search (i.e. googling)

4. SUGGESTED DATABASESAcademic Search PremierAcademic One FileOpposing ViewpointsCQ Researcher

5. PLAY TIME! Spend ten minutes “playing” with the databaseDo a search on your topicSee what comes up, see how the database worksJot down any questions you have; after the ten minutes we will discuss

6. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #1Take time to construct a search strategy.

7. Search Strategies (cont’d)The words you type into the database should be “essential concepts” related to your topic:Usually verbs or nounsThey describe your topic Example Topic : Is global warming causing extreme weather across the globe?What are the ESSENTIAL CONCEPTS in this topic??????

8. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #2Talk to the database the way it’s used to

9. AND A command you give to the database

10. It is put between the essential concepts in the search

11. Ex: global warming AND extreme weather

12. It tells the database to find articles which include both of these termsDATABASE SEARCHING TIP #3 The English language is rich; build synonyms into your searchORA command you give to the databaseIt is put between synonyms EX: global warming OR climate changeIt tells the database to look for articles in which either of the words appear

13. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #4Create a comprehensive search statement that includes AND and OR.

14. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #5Use the full text limit (doesn’t apply to Opposing Viewpoints and CQ Researcher)

15. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #6If you get too many hits, limit your search to just the words in the title.

16. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #7Explore and use the many database features available to youEmail, save or print articles How to cite

17. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #8When you run into trouble or have questions use us!In person @ the reference deskCall usUse 24/7 chatText us Contact me directly