This is a common question, and like so many research questions, the answer is messy. Here are some things to think about as you make these decisions:
Below is a list of the major databases in education. You will be prompted to enter your A# and password if you access these databases off campus. There are a number of different ways to retrieve full text of the article. I've posted a few guides to the left to help you, but please contact me if you need more help!
Google Scholar is a new kind of Google. Google Scholar enables you to limit your search to scholarly articles and conference proceedings.
Tip: If you set up your search preferences within Google Scholar, a link will appear beside citations for which the USU library has an electronic subscription, enabling you to quickly access the full-text.
The following link will help you locate articles that you find using the databases.
*We have a new policy where grad students and faculty can request that BARN materials be scanned and emailed to them - EVEN if you live in Logan! Just request those items through interlibrary services.