What are research databases?

Research databases (or electronic databases, subscription databases) contains articles that can be found in hard-copy or are from credible sources.

The articles found on research databases are the same articles that are found in a print version of a magazine or journal.

The articles found on the research databases are usually not counted as "Internet Sources" if your teacher has limitation on how many internet sources can be used for a research paper. Check with your teacher if in doubt.

Tips on using research databases
[Talking to Databases]

Notre Dame High School Library is subscribing to five research databases currently. Please see the librarian for the access code.

[World Geography]
[World History]
[American History]
[CQ Researcher]
[Science Online]

Databases from San Jose Public Library Web site

Databases from Santa Clara County Library Web site

Click here for the highlight of databases for high school level research.