Library Services: Design: Search Databases

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) This link opens in a new window
Contains instructional videos exploring software, IT, design, technology and business skills. Achieve your personal and professional goals.

Browse or search the following collections for books and eBooks.

Try these subject-specific databases first:

Art and Architecture Complete This link opens in a new window
Academic journals on architecture, graphic arts, interior design, photography, etc. Learn to Use Art & Architecture Complete
Communication and Mass Media Complete This link opens in a new window
A large collection of academic journals. Learn to Use Communication and Mass Media Complete

Also try the following databases:

Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window
Contains academic journals.
Learn to Use Academic Search Complete / Terms of Use (Academic Search Complete)
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ABI Inform Trade and Industry This link opens in a new window
Contains industry reports and magazines. Canadian content.
Learn to use ABI Inform / Terms of Use (ABI Inform)

An Example of How to Reference a Trade Journal or Magazine Article in APA @ Conestoga Format

Crane, R. (2016, June 27). Why the Execution of an Idea is More Important than the Idea Itself. Advertising Age. Retrieved January 1, 2017, from ABI/Inform Trade & Industry database.

More About Referencing Magazines

An Example of How to Reference a Report in APA @ Conestoga Format

First Research. (2016). Beer, Wine & Distilled Spirits Wholesalers - Quarterly Update 2/15/2016. [Industry Report]. Retrieved January 1, 2017, from ABI/Inform Trade & Industry database.

More About Referencing Reports
Business Source Complete This link opens in a new window
Contains academic journals and professional magazines. Also includes country, company and industry reports. Learn to Use Business Source Complete