Resource Guides: TEL 130: Computing Technology and Information Systems for Technology Careers: Finding Sources

Your research assignment requires you find a minimum of six sources from:

So...how do you find these? Start with...

Library Databases

Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window
Most library databases are specific to a particular subject (like philosophy) or area (like science). However, this database covers most subjects, so it's a good place to search no matter your topic.
Applied Science & Technology Source, 1965 - present This link opens in a new window
Search scholarly journals and professional literature about the atmospheric sciences, chemistry, computer science, engineering, geology, physics, and more.
Covers: 1965 - present
National Newspapers Premier This link opens in a new window
This database includes articles from about 30 major newspapers, like the NY Times, LA Times, The Guardian (in the UK), and other popular newspapers.

The International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA) publishes a few great journals:

ACM Digital Library This link opens in a new window
The ACM is a well-respected organization for people in technology. Here are a few specific links that might be helpful:

MIT Technology Review
MIT Technology Review is geared toward finding and reporting accurate and authoritative information about technology, and doing so in a clearly understandable way.
Wired
Wired covers technology news in a variety of different areas, including business, culture, security, and more.
InformationWeek
InformationWeek is focused on the relationship between technology and business.
Ars Technica
A tech news site geared toward tech professionals.