Esearch - Everything
A quick search of most of the library’s books, articles, ebooks, dissertations, videos, music, and more.
Library Databases
Library databases for reports, articles, and opinions on current topics:
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Statista This link opens in a new windowSearch for statistics, demographics, opinions, data series and studies on many topics and industries. Useful for all subject areas.
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CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
Examines controversial topics reported in the media
Subjects: Current, Newsworthy Issues (Political, Social, Economic, Environmental)
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Opposing ViewPoints This link opens in a new windowEasy way to research timely or controversial topics - abortion, immigration, climate change, etc.
Access Tips: Also available via
mel.org
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Points of View Reference Source This link opens in a new window
Presents multiple sides of an issue.
Access Tips: Also available via mel.org -
Google Scholar with EMU Full Text This link opens in a new windowSearch for scholarly materials on any topic
Info type: scholarly articles, books, research reports, theses, working papers, cited sources
Access Tips: Use link above to get access to EMU subscriptions with Findtext+ links.
If this link does not work and you receive an error message from Google then use this alternate link to Google Scholar and also set your Google Scholar preferences to show EMU library access links.
Search Instruction: Google Scholar Video
Evaluating Websites
Web Searching Tips
Use quotation marks to find an exact phrase:
“mental health” insurance coverage
Limit to a domain or website to focus results:
Homelessness statistics site:gov
Math tutoring site:emich.edu
