I have a question about ProQuest and SIRS. At the bottom of one of the SIRS pages, I saw a ProQuest logo. Are they the same company? Does one own the other? I find them very different in navigation. I think of ProQuest as having fewer bells and whistles and teacher resources. It is sometimes easier to navigate for students who just want some basic info. I like how it is divided by types of resource.
I looked up Matt Kenseth (my NASCAR driver), Fawcett (very current articles on the Smithsonian donation), and a few other topics. I didn't always find in depth information, but enough to get me started.
My most interesting find was in the publication feature. I had never used that, and I think I will use it a lot in the future to scan professional journals that we can't afford. Do most databases have this feature? I opened up the newest issue of Library Journal and found the article, "Bodice Rippers Without the Bodice." At first I figured it would be about nudity. Nope. It is male/male romances written by and for straight women. Who knew? The article listed the Top 10 in the genre, so apparently there are many more, ranging from pirates to private detectives to farmers. Anyway, I'm looking forward to reading current professional journals whenever I want!
Hi, Jean WK! You are very observant. Indeed, ProQuest is the vendor for the ProQuest database, as well as SIRS Discoverer and SIRS Issues Researcher. Keep your eyes peeled, as you may see that logo again! We like ProQuest, the database, because it covers a broad range of topics and publications, including popular, trade, and scholarly. You did some fun searches! Did you notice the "Suggested topics" box? Their suggestions often help me get my search just right. Glad you found the value in using the Publications tab. I think it's a great way to do professional reading without spending a dime.
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