Databases
What is an academic database? ď ą A database is a collection of bibliographical records structured into informative fields by (author, title, source title, type of document). ď ą Its content supports the research of students and faculty, its content is considered academic.
Multiple Databases â–Ą
If you are not sure which database corresponds to your research topic, you should start with a multi-topic database. Through these databases you may find important academic reviews and controlled vocabulary related to the topic.
Characteristics Search
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Each academic database has unique search characteristics which are relevant to the topic and content of sources.
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The majority of databases have common search characteristics. These are: Basic search, advanced search, controlled vocabulary, and filters of record fields or limits.
Characteristcs Full- Text- these are found in two formats: HTML or PDF Print/Save/Email □ Each database provides options to print, save, and send one or more records through email.
Characteristics Creation of bibliographical citations/ format ▥ Some databases provide the ability to create a bibliography or format records in a citation style such as MLA or APA. Look for links or buttons such as CiteNow!, Cite, or Cite this article.
Types of Resources Professional Journal Articles Magazine Articles
Technical Reports or white papers
Newspaper Articles
Information from companies or industries
Conferences
Market Research
Scientific Experiments (qualitative and quantitative)
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Structure of a Database □
Records
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Author Ti t l e Publish er T i t l e o f P u b l i c a t i o n (volume and issue, date and number of pages) To p i c Words A b s t r a c t or summary
Types of Databases Principles: Bibliographical Full-Text Numerical Images
Bibliographies ď‚Ą Consist of records with basic descriptive information about the listed articles, such as the author, title, publisher, date, title of publication. ď‚Ą Provide bibliographical citations and sometimes include article summaries or descriptions.
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Numerical â–Ą Provide numerical data such as statistics, economic indicatiors, and others.
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What does a database include? Specific Topics Types of Publications (magazines, books, bibliographies, among others) Date of Publication Different languages
How can I have access? From any computer with Internet access
Page https://agmonline.suagm.edu/es/biblioteca