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FYS 100: Rights of the Criminally Accused (Bowie)
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Basic Library Tools
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Library Catalog This link opens in a new windowSearch our library catalog (aka OneSearch) for all types of sources. It combines results from many of our databases. (Ex Libris)
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Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window
Search for journal articles on most topics. This multi-disciplinary database is a good place to start if you don't know where else to begin. (EBSCO)
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JSTOR This link opens in a new window
Search for journal articles on topics in the arts, humanities, social sciences and some math/science. Most journals have volumes/issues dating from the 19th century to within 3-5 years of present day. (ITHAKA)
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Google ScholarSearchable and sortable index of scholarly works including books, book chapters, articles, essays, dissertations, etc. Google Scholar does not provide full-text access to every work that is indexed, but it is unparalleled in its coverage and remains an excellent tool for locating relevant scholarship.
Subject-Specific Scholarly Article Databases
Use subject-specific research databases to find more resources, depending on your topic. Here are a few ideas to start...
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Annual Reviews This link opens in a new window
Search for literature reviews that capture current understandings of topics, including what is well-supported and what is controversial. These articles also set the topic in historical context, highlight the direction of future research, and outline the general significance of the research to society. Subjects are wide-ranging from the science to law to social sciences to politics. (Annual Reviews)
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Political Science Complete This link opens in a new windowSearch for journal articles on topics related to political science, political theory, political behavior, public policy, law, international relations, comparative politics, and non-governmental organizations. (EBSCO)
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Philosopher's Index This link opens in a new window
Search for journal articles on topics related to all major fields of philosophy. (EBSCO)