The materials on this guide can be found on other library research guides or the Databases A-Z list, as well. Use this as a jumping off place to navigate to your specialized research guide for your subject, or to access special resources like Sage Research Methods or Dissertations and Theses.
Specialized databases and websites explain issues within broader contexts and from differing viewpoints. This helps with understanding the "big picture" and can often help with forming ideas for narrowing topics.
Browse selected peer reviewed journals and magazines in various subjects or disciplines.
Search the websites of professional organizations and conferences to see what topics are important right now in your field. Find organizations through a web search or from your Research Guide.
Thanks to a university-wide subscription, you have access to all the articles, breaking news, blogs, multimedia and more from The New York Times. Create a personal digital account using your MTSU email. Follow instructions in the confirmation email you receive (MTSU employees, make sure Proofpoint didn't quarantine the confirmation email).
