Searching

Use the SUNY Poly Library Researching a Topic guide for information on how to search the databases.

Databases

Academic Search Complete – Full-text articles from over 3,600 peer-reviewed journals
Computer Source - access to over 300 publications on IT and Internet related topics.
ebrary – Online library of 50,000 electronic books
Opposing Viewpoints – Full-text articles on controversial issues, pro & con
Points of View Reference Center--provides overviews for controversial issues.
SUNY Poly Catalog – Catalog of our library's print and electronic books
WorldCat – An international catalog of books; most are available via Interlibrary Loan

Evaluating Websites

Anyone can post anything to the Web at any time. Evaluate sites based on the criteria listed below. Do not use sites that fail your evaluation: there are plenty of other good sites you can use. Refer to the SUNY Poly Library Evaluating Websites Guide for more information.

Documenting Your Work

The official MLA and APA manual is in the Reference collection and on Reserve at the Circulation Desk.  Citation handouts are available online through the SUNY Poly Library Citation Guide.