Types of Databases

The two types of databases that you will be using are: The Milner Catalog and Article Indexes.

Milner Catalog

organizes all of the materials the library purchases. These include records for books, magazines, journals, newspapers, videos, sound recordings, images, etc.

The Milner Catalog does not include articles.

   
Article indexes

 

are used to locate articles on a topic. You will need to select an index(es) most appropriate for your topic.

Some article indexes such as Academic Search Premier are general or multidisciplinary.

Many indexes specialize in a particular subject area, such as health sciences, education, or business.
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