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EMPOWER - Module 5 - Searching Library Databases

Items NOT Held in PSC Databases

Scenario:

You find a fantastic article for your research...but the Databases do not offer it in Full Text!

 

Do Not Worry!
You May Still Request the Item via Interlibrary Loan.
However, You Must Review the Record Carefully Before Requesting!

 

Before You Request the Item...

  • READ THE ABSTRACT!
  • Look for Relevant Subjects or Keywords
  • Identify the Material Type
    • eBooks Cannot Be Requested
    • May Not Be Appropriate for Your Research:
      • Juvenile Items - too general for college research
      • Dissertations - usually unpublished
  • Check the Article Language
    • Database Records are in English
    • Articles May Not Be in Another Language
  • Ensure You Have Time to Wait
    • Articles - 2-3 business days
    • Books - 7-14 days
  • Double-Check Free Internet Availability
    • Search Using a Search Engine:
      • Article Title
      • Author



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