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Types of Sources Tutorial

Learn about the benefits and negatives of using various source types for your research.

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About Periodical Databases

In this tutorial, you will learn:

  • what types of articles you will find in a periodical database
  • what periodical databases the library subscribes to
  • a brief overview of how to search a periodical database

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Access Periodical Databases