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EBSCOhost Database - Search Tips: EBSCO Basics

Not finding what you want in ERIC? Try these tips for more success.

EBSCOhost Databases

EBSCOhost is a company that makes databases. Each EBSCOhost database looks exactly the same and has the EBSCOhost database logo: 

EBSCOhost logo

The database title is the actual database you are searching: 

the database homepage, above the search bar the homepage says "Searching" and then the database title. In this case it is "Education Full Text"

The database title dictates the content and topic of the resources available in that database. Many EBSCOhost databases exist with many different topics. Double-check that you are in the correct database for your research topic before you begin. 

EBSCOhost Databases for Education

Education Source: Covers a wide range of education topics from early childhood to higher ed as well as educational specialties like adult education, multilingual education, and more. Includes peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, books, and more.

ERIC(Educational Resources Information Center) provides full-text research on a wide range of education topics. Includes peer-reviewed journals, books, research syntheses, conference papers, technical reports, and much more. It is hosted by the US Department of Education; once you graduate you will have access to the open-source version of ERIC

Professional Development Collection: Designed for professional educators, coverage includes a range of educational topics and research levels. Access full text, peer-reviewed journals, and high-quality education trade journals.

Breaking Down the Results List

After entering keywords, the database provides a list of results. Each result gives information, without needing to click on the title. Identify the information in the result to see if the resource is relevant to your topic. 

Diagram of a result from a database

Academic Services Librarian | Research, Education, & Engagement

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Conrad Woxland
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conrad.woxland@stthomas.edu
Charles J. Keffer Library | MOH 206F
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Subjects: Education, Psychology