Sociology: Databases

Content:  An interdisciplinary database covering the social sciences. 

Purpose: Students can view a massive amount of peer-reviewed research across multiple disciplines.

Special Features: Includes a Thesaurus feature that assists in using the database’s controlled vocabulary, as well as research tools.

Content: Provides hundreds of full-text sociology journals. It offers particularly strong coverage in social work and social psychology and population studies.

Purpose: Full-text database for social workers, counselors, researchers, and students.

Why Search Here? Quickly access articles from a database of scholarly journals and other trusted periodicals. Best for academic research.

What's included? Scholarly articles, magazine articles, dissertations, books. 

Content:
This reference database provides access to scholarly definitions, background information, and context across a variety of subjects. It’s a great way to get reliable, academic insights into your topic before diving into more detailed research. This database is an excellent starting point for brainstorming research topics and developing your initial search terms list. Whether you're unsure where to begin or need to expand your understanding of a topic, it helps lay a strong foundation for your research projects.

Special Features:
Mindmap: Visualize connections between ideas and topics to help you organize your thoughts and develop a clear research plan.
Related Articles: Easily find related articles and resources to deepen your understanding of the topic you’re exploring.
Image Search: Looking for visual references? The image search feature lets you find relevant pictures and diagrams that complement your research.

Content:
ProQuest Central covers a wide range of fields like Business, Health and Medical, Social Sciences, Education, Science and Technology, and Humanities. This database gives students access to a massive amount of peer-reviewed research and scholarly resources across multiple disciplines, allowing you to dive deep into your topic and find credible sources for papers, projects, and assignments.