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PubMed: Intro to Basic Searching Tutorial

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In this interactive tutorial, you will practice searching for information in the PubMed database. 

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Finding Databases

Discover how to find databases for your research using UC Merced Library's A-Z Databases listing. (1:20)

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Using Sociological Abstracts

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Through this tutorial you will learn how to access Sociological Abstracts to successfully limit results and access the full-text of articles and generate ASA citations. 

 

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Starting Your Research Series

This tutorial series includes eight sections:

  • Information Privilege & Accessing Information
  • Understanding the Information Cycle
  • Developing a Research Question
  • Finding & Selecting Databases
  • Idetnifying Scholarly & Popular Sources
  • Using Keywords & Search Strategies
  • Searching in Databases
  • Citing & Managing Your Research

Each section has short quizzes and culminates with a final quiz. This is intended to help any students who is getting started on the research process in order to successfully complete a project or paper.

Contact the Research & Learning Services unit at library [at] ucmerced.edu with questions.

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Finding Empirical Studies in PsycINFO

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PsycINFO is a psychology database that you can use to find empirical articles (articles that report on original research).

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Academic Search Complete

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Academic Search Complete is a great database to use as you start your research. Learn how you can use it to access a wide range of materials.

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Using Credo Reference

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Credo Reference is a collection of searchable online reference books including specialized encyclopedias.  This is an excellent resource for readable, background information.  This tutorial will show you how to find information in Credo Reference.

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