* When searching for articles, remember to connect your search terms using "and" or "or." For example, if you are looking for articles on climate change in Africa, use the search query: climate change AND Africa.
* Remember to limit your search to full text if you need articles immediately.
* Most databases will let you choose the type of publication you need, such as magazines, newspapers, or scholarly journals.
* Use the pdf version rather than the html if both are available.
Your instructor may want you to use scholarly or peer-reviewed journals rather than popular magazines for your assignments. Here's are some tips to help you tell the difference.