Intro to Academic Databases

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Research is...

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the process of getting information about a topic

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A search engine is...

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All of the above

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A database is...

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a collection of information, organized and easy to access, continuously managed and updated.

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Information found in a database is...

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reliable, accurate, and usually created by experts in the field

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Which database does NOT specialize in society issues? Options: World News Digest, Issues & Controversies, America's News, NewsBank

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Small Engine Repair Reference Center

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What are the benefits of using databases?

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The information is fact-checked, curated by experts in their field, cited for you, and vetted info that is peer-reviewed by other experts.

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Anyone can access academic databases whenever they want.

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False

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Students are able to access Academic Databases 24/7.

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True

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Which Database has information about animals?

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GALE for Vet Tech

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What sources are most appropriate for a research assignment? Options: Popular Magazine Articles, Things I overheard in the hallway, Scholarly Articles and Books, Anything found on Google

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Scholarly Articles and Books