Information Literacy Instructional Program

Information Literacy Learning Guides

Key Concepts           Databases

- A database is an organized collection of data.
- Libraries primarily use three types of databases: online library catalogs, electronic periodical indexes and internet search engines.
- Online catalogs help you locate materials including books owned by the library.
- Electronic periodical indexes provide electronic versions of print journals.
- Internet search engines help you find information found on the Internet using their indexes.

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