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ENGL 1302: Composition & Rhetoric II (Boston): Find Your Sources

ENGL 1302 | Prof. Kristie Boston (Fall 2022)

What's a Database?

illustration of a question mark on fire (burning question)Psst -- what's a database?

In its most basic sense, a databasePadlock icon - LSC library barcode code needed for access is just a selection of information designed for you to search and retrieve stuff from it. Amazon is a database you're probably familiar with: it's limited (only contains things you can buy through them) and retrievable (you can search and filter your results to find what you're looking for).

The library databases contain reputable, reliable sources of information to support researchers like you! This means everything from digital encyclopedias (like Credo), e-books, scholarly journal articles, magazine and newspaper articles, streaming videos, statistics, and more.

Accessing the Databases

Access online library materials through the library databases!

Student ID BadgeTo access the databases locked icon (same icon that displays by the LSC-limited access resources) from off-campus, you will be prompted to enter your 14-digit library barcode.

Don't have one yet? Request a barcode number online.