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Research & Resources: An Introduction

This guide is an introduction to the research process, understanding different types of resources, where to find them, how to evaluate them and cite them.

Library Databases: What are they?

What is a library database?

  • It is an organized collection of digital resources compiled by professional publishing companies.

  • Librarians select which databases to purchase access to based on their users needs.

 

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magazines                                    author                                                       email articles

journals                                         date                                                          PDFs

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videos                                           subject                                                     requires username/password

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podcasts                                                                                                       translations

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Library Databases

All SFCC students, staff and faculty are eligible for Spokane Public Library cards. For more information about how to get an SPL card visit our CCS/SPL guide.

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