Distance Learning

Navigating the Electronic Literature Maze

If you think literature searching and retrieval is a daunting task, you are not alone. Electronic databases and online journals now provide access to valuable information that was unheard of a few years ago. However, finding your way through the different search engines can be tricky and time consuming, obtaining the actual articles can consume money as well as time, so start your projects early! This four-part document is an attempt to guide you on your treasure hunt.

1. Connecting to Tulane and General Tips
2. Searching
3. Databases
4. Tulane Electronic Journals and Books
5. Obtaining Other Materials