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ENGL 1300 Research Guide

Searching Databases

What is a Database?

A database is an online tool that searches for articles on a topic based on the keywords you choose to locate material. Databases allow you to search for articles using keywords across a range of journals, newspapers, magazines all at once. Most databases contain citation tools, abstracts, with the option of full-text journal articles. Texas A&M University -San Antonio offers a wide host of databases for you to access. To view a complete list head over to A-Z Databases on the library homepage.

 

Databases to Begin Your search

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