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Moody Library: Google Scholar

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Phone: 281-649-3304

Video using Google Scholar. Library Homepage now says "Articles" instead of "Database"s

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HCU Moody Library has now added the capability to search Google Scholar and include links to items found in HCU Moody Library's databases! The main problem is locating a wonderful article only to click on it and be told that you must pay for it. As you scroll through your results, look for HCU LinkSource. You will then know that it won't cost anything because it comes from the HCU library databases. If you are searching from home you can also help restrict your search parameters. Here's how to do it:

    • 1. At the Google Scholar home page, click "Settings" beside the word SEARCH on the top of the page.
    • 2. On the Left click  "Library Links" section. 
    • 3. Now type in Houston Christian University.  Search.
    • 4. Check HCU LinkSource AND ProQuest boxes. Save.
    • 5. Return to search.
    • 6. Look for "HCU LinkSource" in your Google Scholar results. If you find one, you will be re-directed to our web site. You will need to use your HCU UserID and password to log in. Remember, LinkSource or other links to our library checks for journals and articles against all of our database vendors to see who might carry the title of interest and provides more options for you to explore.
    • 7. If you don't see links under the cited articles click MORE.  Sometimes it show up there.
    • 8. If you see another link to a university click it and see if you find the article there.
    • 9. If you can not find it and you have checked the Journal Locator and our online catalog you may interlibrary loan it from the homepage under Library Services.

Remember, not everything on Google Scholar is free. Also, if you see something that looks important but cannot access the full article, then try the following ideas:

  • Try searching for the journal title via our "JOURNAL" (Journal Locator)  search.
  • Don't forget to check WorldCat to see if other nearby libraries carry the title. If so, you can always get a TexShare card from our reference desk.
  • Use our InterLibrary Loan page and click the appropriate form to request your materials.

If you have additional questions about Google Scholar or LinkSource, we would be glad to assist you. Should you need reference help, feel free to call 281-649-3180 or email reference@hc.edu.

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