Databases
What is a Database?A database is a huge, online collection of journal articles. Some databases also include conference papers, book chapters, reports, dissertations, books and other types of information.
Note: Journals are also called periodicals or serials.
How do databases differ from the catalogue?
The catalogue shows which books, journals, DVDs and other items we have in the library.
A database is a vast online collection of journal articles.
How do I know which journals Avondale College subscribes to?
Use the catalogue and search for the name of the journal. The catalogue shows the location (call number) of the journal, and the issues held.
How do I find articles from a specific journal title eg Education Digest?
First find if the journal is available on the Library databases by using Journal Titles A-Z. If it is, click on the database and then type in the name of the article or author.
How is searching databases different from searching the Web?
Articles from databases contain more reliable and researched information than material on the Web. Many articles are peer-reviewed.
