Why can't I just Google? Being an efficient searcher means knowing when to use what tool. Most published research articles are protected by copyright and/or aren't available in full text via the Web.
Watch this video to learn about how the differences between databases and search engines can dramatically affect your results.
(Source: Yavapai College Library, 2011)
Searching for scholarly information on the web may be appropriate, especially when you are looking for:
The quality of resources on the Web varies greatly and it's up to you to assess the sources and information you find. Here are some criteria to consider:
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