English and Communications

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Academic Search Complete

The Academic Search Complete database is the world's most valuable and comprehensive scholarly, multi-disciplinary full-text database, with more than 8,500 full-text periodicals, including more than 7,300 peer-reviewed journals. In addition to full text, this database offers indexing and abstracts for more than 12,500 journals and a total of more than 13,200 publications, including monographs, reports, and conference proceedings. 

Log in

To log in to the Academic Search Complete database, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).

Search

  1. Enter your keyword(s) for your topic in the search box(es) at the top of the page. The image below demonstrates a search for social media AND mental health.

Step 1 of Academic Search Complete Search instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

  1. Move down the page to see the list of available filters on this search page. The image below shows the Full Text, Peer Reviewed, and Past 5 Years filter options selected.

Step 2 of Academic Search Complete Search instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

  1. After applying your filters, select Search to run your search.
  2. To narrow your results even more after your search, select the All Filters button to expand the Filters panel on the right-hand side of the page.

Step 3-4 of Academic Search Complete Search instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

  1. To choose more filters, use the arrows next to the facets to expand the lists.
  2. After applying the filters, select Apply.
  3. Select a reading option (Publisher Site, Online Full Text, PDF) from the Access Now menu to access the full text of your results.

Step 5-7 of Academic Search Complete Search instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

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Academic Writer

Academic Writer is the official online resource for the proper use of APA Style, featuring tutorials on APA and writing, a citation management tool, and APA templates.

Log in

To log in to the Academic Writer database, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).

Create An Account

To use this database's features, you will have to create an account.

  1. As highlighted in the image below, select Welcome in the upper-right corner of the database homepage.
  2. Select Log in from the drop-down menu.

Step 1-2 Academic Writer Create an Account instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

  1. From the login page, select the Create an Account link at the bottom of the page, as shown in the image below.

Step 3 Academic Writer Create an Account instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

  1. Fill out all required fields on the form, and select Create Account

Navigate Academic Writer

Use the options in the top navigation menu to navigate the database, as shown in the image below. 

  • The Learn page includes quick guides on APA style, longer tutorials on research and writing, and sample APA papers. 
  • The Reference page allows you to access your saved references or create new references.
  • The Write page allows you to create a new paper or work on a saved paper. Always keep a copy of your paper on your computer. Do not rely on this database to store it for you.

Navigate Academic Writer instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

Note! Make sure you are using supported browsers, Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox. Please do not attempt to use the service with Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, or other alternative browsers. For more information regarding browser support for Academic Writer, please see the Academic Writer for PC and Mac Users. If you are experiencing any other technical problems using this service, please use the Contact Customer Engagement form on the Academic Writer Support page.

Ebook Central from ProQuest

Ebook Central contains thousands of eBooks from various publishers across a wide range of academic disciplines, including the humanities, social sciences, and related disciplines.

Log in

To log in to Ebook Central from ProQuest, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).

Search

Enter your keyword(s) for your topic in the search box at the top of the page and select Search. The image below demonstrates a search for health disparities.

Step 1 Ebook Central Search instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

The image below highlights the filters under Refine Your Search on the left-hand side of the page, which you can use to narrow your results. Popular filters include:

  • Year Published
  • Subject
  • Language

Step 2 Ebook Central Search instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

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Points of View Reference Source

The Points of View Reference Source is a great place to find information that presents both sides of a current issue or event. Each topic provides an overview essay of the topic, a point (argument) essay, a counterpoint (opposing argument) essay, and a guide to critical analysis. These essays will help you build your persuasive arguments.

Log in

To log in to Points of View Reference Source, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).

Search

There are two ways you can search for topics in this database:

  • Enter your keyword(s) for your topic in the search box at the top of the page. Select a term from the populated drop-down menu of popular searches and publications, or select the magnifying glass icon to search. The image below demonstrates a search for the death penalty.

Points of View Search instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

  • Or use the browse function to explore the topics that are covered in the database. This is often a great way to help you decide on a topic to write about. Go to the Explore Topics section, and select the link for a topic of interest. The first image below highlights the Censorship topic, and the second image below highlights the Banning Books sub-topic.

Step 1 Points of View Browse instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

Step 2 Points of View Browse instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

Each topic opens with an overview essay and links to the point and counterpoint essays in the Related Items section. Each essay has a list of references from reputable popular and trade publications from all sides of the political spectrum. To read them, move down to the Bibliography section of the essay, and select the links from the list.

Step 3 Points of View Browse instructions. Please refer to the instructional text for more detailed information.

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Writer's Reference Center from Infobase

Writer’s Reference Center provides the tools necessary to write and research effectively, covering the fundamentals of quality writing, providing a wealth of vocabulary-building dictionaries, and presenting a step-by-step guide to writing a good essay.

Log in 

To log in to the Writer's Reference Center from Infobase database, use the database links on the library homepage or select the link below. If prompted to log in, you will use the same login information you use for your classes (D# and password).

Search

You can search for a writing fundamental in the search box in the upper-right corner of the homepage, or you can select a page in the top navigation menu, which represents each step in the writing process. The image below highlights these menu options along with a search for punctuation.

Ready to get started? Select the link below to launch the database!