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EX349 - Research Methods in Sport & Exercise: Finding Sources

Library Databases

The library has over 50+ databases available via EBSCOhost. Academic Search Premier is a great place to start your research. Some of the other databases might be useful as well depending on your research topic.

Database Search Tips

  • You can't search databases in the same way you would search Google.  It is important to use the same terminology the database uses to yield positive search results.  If you find an article that relates to your research, check the subject headings the database uses to index the article.  Consider using those terms in your next search.
  • Connect subject terms with AND, OR, and NOT.  
  • Always read the abstract (summary of the article) to see if it relates to your topic.
  • E-mail articles to yourself.
  • Always double check the database automated citations.

Open Access Journals

Open Access Journal Repositories

Approved Open Access Journals

Not sure if the article you want to use is legitimate?  Double check to see if the journal has been approved by the following organizations:

Internet Resources

PubMed is a database that contains citations for biomedical literature.