What you will find in a Database?
The Library Research Databases are a powerful tool to use for your research needs. They give you access to quality information and free, full text access to thousands of magazine, journal, newspapers, and more. Databases also feature the option to e-mail, print or save the articles that you find.
Remember! You can also access LCC Library Research Databases from home. Your last name, L# and ExpressLane PIN are all you need.
General and Subject Article Databases
Each subscription database is different from the others. When you are searching for a journal, magazine, or newspaper article on a given topic, spend some time choosing which database to search. It can make a big difference in the results you will get. You can link to the research databases on the Library main page at www.lanecc.edu/library.
1. General Article Databases
Is your topic general or cross-disciplinary? Currently in the news?
If so, start with one of the general article databases. Here you will find articles from a variety of sources - journals, magazines, and government publications. These cover a wide range of subjects and often include a mixture of popular and scholarly sources. This is often a good place to begin research.
2. Subject Article Databases
Is your topic in a particular area of study?
If so, select a database listed in a subject area. These specialize in a particular subject, and the articles indexed are generally from scholarly sources.
These are some of the subject databases categories you will find on the "Research Databases, Online Encyclopedias, and Dictionaries" webpage:
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Arts & Humanities |
Includes literature, music, art, performing arts, film, etc. |
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Business |
Search for scholarly articles and local and regional business here. Special features include: country reports, company profiles, industry overviews, and more. |
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Careers & Colleges |
Explore career options and make informed decisions through researching Lane's Careers and Colleges databases. |
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Easy Reading |
Reading and resource materials to support readers and researchers at all levels.
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Education |
Learn new skills or research issues in education or library science using one of Lane's Education databases. |
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Health |
Comprehensive coverage of nursing, health and medical information from alternative health to evidence based practice. Special features include descriptive images, patient education support, and more. |
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Newspapers |
Find local, national, and world news through Lane's newspaper databases. |
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Science |
From fossils to global warming investigate scientific issues with Lane's Science databases. |
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Social Science |
Discover more about psychology, history, and ethnic studies through Lane's Social Science databases. Special features include timelines of events. |
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Spanish Language |
Scholarly articles and medical information in Spanish. |
