Frequently Asked Questions
Finding Articles
What is an article database?
An article database is an online tool that allows you to search within a group of journals for articles on a particular topic. There are many different databases to choose from, and each individual database covers only a certain type and number of journals. For some subject areas, a print index in book form may be the better choice. If you are unsure where to begin, a reference librarian can always help you select an article database or print index for your topic.
Searching in databases will result in a list of citations (see below), which include the information needed to locate the articles in print journals, magazines, and newspapers.