How to search BU Library databases from home.
Libraries and databases have their own language. Mouseover any
bold red
term for a pop-up definition, or click on Glossary.
Self-graded quizzes, assignments, and a feedback form.
Surfing or researching?
What is a subscription database?
How do I choose a database?
How do I search?
By keyword
Boolean search
Use a thesaurus
Setting limits
Interpreting
Results
Search History
How do I find full text?
Demonstrations
PsycINFO
ScienceDirect
ERIC
Social Sciences Full Text
Self-grading quiz
1) A full-text article might not contain
a) author’s name
b) journal’s name
c) the date of publication
d) the text of the article
e) graphs and images
2) A primary source is
a) an index or database
b) a review article
c) original research
3)
Libraries organize and list available articles
a)
by journal name or title
b)
by article title
c)
by author's name
d)
by call number
e)
by date