What are databases? Databases are paid subscriptions to on-line periodicals, journals, and books. All information gathered for databases is pre-selected, appropriate, and timely. College-bound students should develop database searching skills as they will be required for college research.
Why use databases? ANYONE can publish information on the Internet. It doesn't matter if they are an expert on the subject or not. Results from a search engine can provide information from unreliable sources. Choose a database where results have already been evaluated by an expert.