Here is a link to a page from one of the libraries from Cornell University in New York.

Distinguishing Scholarly Journals from other Periodicals

Make sure to watch the short video about scholarly journals.

Also, the links to Webcat and the Digital Library are at the top of the Gladstone Learning Commons page. Some suggested databases to check out are EBSCO and Global Issues in Context (there is no icon to click on for this one; just click on the info that is directly below the EBSCO box). If you have forgotten the username and password, please ask Mrs. Montroy or Ms. Parungao (make sure you write it down in your agenda!)

Remember that most databases have virtual “folders” where you can save your research results.

For EBSCO, click on “Sign In” at the top of the page. You can then create a new account (the link is on the right hand side of the page).

For Global Issues in Context, click on “Login” at the top of the page. To create a new account, click on the “New User?” link in tiny, red writing.

Also, remember to limit your results by choosing peer reviewed results (EBSCO) or Academic Journals (Global Issues in Context).

Lastly, these databases also provide full citations. Check the bottom or side of the page. Make sure it is in MLA 7 format.

One more thing: make sure to check out the databases at the Vancouver Public Library.  Click on “Explore Online Resources“, then “Online Articles, Encyclopedias and More“. As noted at the top of this page, you will need to have your VPL card with you as many of these resources require you to login. Scroll down to “Science and Technology” and choose a database (maybe “Science Full Text Select).

Happy Searching!