Subject Guide
Sojourna Cunningham
She/Her/Hers
Contact:
185, Research & Collaborative Area, Boatwright Library
28 Westhampton Way
Richmond, VA 23173
Website
28 Westhampton Way
Richmond, VA 23173
Basic Library Tools
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OneSearchA discovery tool that searches most of the University Libraries' collections, including books, journal articles, newspapers, dissertations, music, and video recordings.
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Journal TitlesList of journal TITLES -- if we subscribe to it, how to access it (in print or online), and what years are available.
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Academic Search CompleteComprehensive scholarly, multi-disciplinary resource containing a large number of peer-reviewed journals.
Beginning a Research Paper
- Articulate a clear focus and purpose. What are you actively trying to say with your paper?
- Do you have 3-5 resources you have explored related to your argument?
- Social Science Writing - All writing is an argument. If you don't have an argument to be made, you need to read more.
Education Databases
Use these resources to find scholarly and professional articles from education journals.
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Education Research CompleteBroad and current coverage of scholarly research and information related to all levels and areas of education.
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ERIC (Education Resource Information Center)The largest education database in the world covering journal articles, books, research reports, teaching guides, and more on the topic of education research and resources.
Education Trade Publications
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Educational LeadershipArticles presenting a variety of viewpoints aimed at leaders in elementary, middle and secondary education, those interested in curriculum, instruction, supervision and leadership in schools.
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Education WeekEducation Week is an award-winning independent news organization that has covered K-12 education since 1981. It is known for providing both news and analysis, along with explanatory and investigative journalism.
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NEA TodayNEA provides the latest education news and tells the stories of the educators making our public schools work. Learn more about our activism on key issues facing our 3 million members, and hear what those members have to say about the current events that affect them.
What is a Database?
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Academic Search CompleteComprehensive scholarly, multi-disciplinary resource containing a large number of peer-reviewed journals.
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Education Research CompleteBroad and current coverage of scholarly research and information related to all levels and areas of education.
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Social Science Full TextBroadest resource of scholarly research on human cultural, social, environmental and political behaviors
Education and Equity Sources
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Edutopia - Education and EquityHow can we ensure all students have equal access to opportunities, support, and the tools they need to succeed? Explore and share proven ways to make this happen.
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Teaching for ChangeBy drawing direct connections to real world issues, Teaching for Change encourages teachers and students to question and re-think the world inside and outside their classrooms, build a more equitable, multicultural society, and become active global citizens. Our professional development, publications, and parent organizing programs serve teachers, other school staff, and parents. Our main focus is national and we have dedicated programs in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
