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Gale Virtual Reference Library
Provides one-stop access to general interest magazines, business periodicals, reference books, maps, historical images, and newspaper articles.
A joint catalog of Michigan libraries from around the state. You may borrow materials held by member libraries (those marked "available") by clicking on the "Get This for Me" link in each record. Click here for a list of participating libraries.
A good place to start for academic research would be Academic OneFile, a great source for peer-reviewed, full-text articles on many subjects.
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Quick video on how to critically examine information online.
Direct link to "Evaluating Information Online" in MSU Mediaspace
Video credit: Emilia Marcyk
Video tutorial to help with your research focus and getting started with searching.
Direct link to "Searching with a Purpose" in MSU MediaSpace
Video credit: Megan Kudzia
Learn the difference between three major types of articles. Get tips for using each type.
Direct link to "Popular, Scholarly, or Trade?" on MSU Mediaspace
Video credit: Emilia Marcyk