DATABASE REVIEW
Britannica
Online
www.britannica.com.au
I’m a self-confessed Google junkie;
whenever I don’t know how to spell
a word or I need directions – I just
‘Google it.’ When it comes to uni
assignments, however, I’ve learned
you need to approach things a little
bit differently. This is where databases
come in.
Britannica’s Online Academic Edition
is great for background information
and definitions. When you search,
it provides a lengthy list of possible
options that may be useful to you.
Often, definitions are accompanied
by a brief history and explanations of
difficult concepts. Perfect for that tricky
assignment!
Its user-friendly home page is easy to
read and navigate, offering a number
of links to different parts of the website
including biographies, ebooks and
primary sources, media collection and
more.
Another part of the website I really
enjoyed (I was procrastinating) was the
Spotlights feature. Specifically, this one
had a ‘Guide to Shakespeare’ which
had detailed, interesting information
that was a fun way to spend my study
break.
The Library has thousands
of databases listed on
VIEW ON
ITUNES
their website so make
sure you check it out.
These databases are often
specific to your area of study,
making it really easy to get quality,
accurate and reliable information at just
the click of a button.
WORDS: KAITLIN CAMPBELL – USQ Stu FV