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What is Article Linker ?

Article Linker is software which allows the library to provide links from citations in research databases to sources for the full text.
 

How does Article Linker work?

Do a search in a full-text research database. Citations will have an Article Linker logo or another full-text link nearby. The library does not always have control over the look of the logo. Click on one of these full-text links near a desired item and a new window will open with a list of possible options for the full text.

What are the full text options?

There are four options which may be displayed:

  • A list of the databases and resources which provide full text for a particular citation

  • A connection to the Library Catalog

  • A form to request an item via Interlibrary loan

  • An email form to contact a librarian

    • Which databases have Article Linker ?

    Many of our databases will have the links although some will not, but all databases can still be searched.

    What should I do if there is no online full-text link is available from the Article Linker menu?

    Check the Library Catalog to determine whether or not a print or microform copy may be available at Ladd. If the library does not own the material you need, you may request it through Interlibrary loan.

    What if I already have a citation and want to find the full text?

    The traditional method for finding full text is to search the journal title in the Bates College Catalog, which will display electronic and print holdings. You can also check the "Full-text Journals" list found via the Index/Database webpage, which contains titles found in LexisNexis as well as Open Access titles, in addition to our catalog titles. Also check this list for titles recently added to the library collection.

    Who can use Article Linker?

    Bates faculty, students and staff. Others may use Article Linker when searching from a computer within the library.

    Can I use Article Linker off campus?

    Yes, if you're a Bates community member and configure your browser to our proxy server.

    Comments or questions?

    You may use the "Ask a librarian for assistance" option from the Article Linker menu or send comments and questions directly to reference@bates.edu.

    Want to know more about Article Linker and OpenURL?

    Visit the Serials Solutions site to learn more about this service.

     

     

     


    Page author: Susan MacArthur
    Date: 05/21/04

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