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Finding articles

Finding articles

Learn about the different types of articles and the peer review process. Explore how to identify, search for, select, access and evaluate articles.

What's covered in this section

  • What is an article?
  • How do I know I'm choosing articles that my professor would find appropriate?
  • How do I search for articles on a topic?
  • How do I know if my article is scholarly or peer reviewed?
  • How do I find the full text of an article?
  • What if I can't access the full text of the article I've found?
  • How do I find a specific article from a citation?
  • Summary

Activities in this section

  • Choose the most appropriate keyword search strategy for finding articles

Videos in this section

  • From Idea to Library (NCSU Libraries). [2:28 minutes]
  • How do I select relevant web or online resources? [1:56 minutes]
  • Advanced search techniques in databases [2:04 minutes]
  • How do I use Google Scholar? [0:52 minutes]
  • How Do I Know if Articles Are Scholarly or Peer-Reviewed? [2:21 minutes]
  • Peer Review in Three Minutes [3:15] (North Carolina State University Libraries)
Updated: October 18, 2023
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