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Fenzl/EP GOV / Spring Project: Databases

Database Passwords

Library databases are sometimes called the "deep web" or "hidden web" because the reference information they provide can only be accessed through a paid subscription. Library databases contain information that has been checked for authority, accuracy, and bias. Woodward Academy pays for access to databases to enhance the quality of student research. Some databases may be accessed on campus without a password.  Off campus, you may have to enter a user name and a password that can be found via the link below:

Database Passwords Link

Password trouble? Email: ann.haber@woodward.edu

Database Pro Tips

1.Take advantage of advanced search features:

  • Put quotation marks around phrases
  • Use Boolean operators: AND, OR, NOT
  • Narrow your search with:
  • Limit to:  Full text and Peer-Reviewed
  • Source type: Scholarly Journals, Magazines, Newspapers
  • Document type: Article
  • Date of Publication

2. Always choose "Export to NoodleTools" if available. Your second choice is to Copy/Paste the citation from the database with Quick Cite.

3. Citing in NoodleTools first creates a permanent link to the article.

What are Databases and Why You Need Them

Gale Databases

Gale databases for articles from reference books, special encyclopedias, newspapers, magazines, and journals:

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Multiple View Points

Best bets for multiple points of view on controversial topics:

 

 

 

 

Scholarly Journal Articles

Scholarly journal articles in all subject areas:

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Explora Secondary

The Explora interface searches across all of the EBSCO databases we provide. 

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Newspapers

For a basic digital subscription to the NYT, set up an account using these directions:
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The ProQuest data base provides access to the daily AJC, WSJ, NYT, and Washington Post under Publications. See Help for directions.

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