Books
Book SearchBook Search searches the listing of books and ebooks available at the Normandale Library.
Note: Book Search results include both online ebooks and paper books available for pickup at the library. Follow these instructions to request a paper book (PDF) be held for pickup.
Reference Databases: Encyclopedias and Dictionaries
Gale eBooks
Credo Reference

Article Databases - Newspapers, Magazines, and Academic Journals
For this assignment, try limiting to magazines or newspapers first, then moving on to academic journals if you need to.
Academic Search Complete (EBSCOhost)Articles in all subjects from scholarly journals, magazines, and newspapers. An all-purpose database and often a good place to start.
Academic OneFile (Gale)

Current Events and Hot Topics (Includes pro/con essays)
CQ Researcher
Opposing Viewpoints (Gale In Context)

Newspapers Only - Localized People and Events
ProQuest Major U.S. NewspapersSearch the 5 major U.S. newspapers all at once. Includes New York Times (including the Magazine and Book Review), Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal (including WSJ magazine).
Academic Journals Only - In-Depth Analysis by Academics
JSTOR
Project MUSE

Science Databases
BioOne
Science Reference Source

Streaming Video Databases
Films On Demand
Kanopy Streaming Videos
A streaming video service with documentary, educational, and feature films.
Notes: PERSONAL ACCOUNT REQUIRED to watch videos. To create an account on Kanopy, use the orange Visit the Normandale Collection button. If you already have a Kanopy account, sign in using the Login link.
The Library pays a per-view fee for Kanopy. To keep costs down, only use Kanopy for educational purposes.
Can't find what you're looking for? Try Combined Search or pick a different database:
Combined Search helps find articles, books, and videos from the library collection.
Note: Combined Search results include both online content and paper books available for pickup at the library. Follow these instructions to request a book (PDF) be held for pickup.
All Library Databases by Subject/Type
All of the library's online collections, organized by subject or type.

Call, e-mail, or chat with a librarian for more research assistance. We're happy to help!
(952) 358-8290
Email

Reference and Instruction Librarian
lacey.mamak@normandale.edu
Note: Your chat question may be directed to a librarian from another college when Normandale librarians are unavailable.
To access databases and other Library resources, login with your StarID and password when prompted. Access is only available to current Normandale students and employees.

See MLA citation examples for the most common types of sources (9th edition).
APA Quick Guide (PDF)
See APA citation examples for the most common types of sources (7th edition).
- Research is a process. You probably won’t find everything you need on the first try. You may have to try several of these databases to find all the information you need.
- If you can’t find much on your topic, try different keywords. Using synonyms or broader related terms can help you find more articles. As you research, be on the lookout for new keywords to use.
Choosing & Using Keywords
Video courtesy of Pfau Library, California State University, San Bernardino.
Rethinking Your Search
Video courtesy of University of Arizona Libraries.
Picking a Topic Is Research
Video courtesy of North Caroline State University Libraries.