What is Google Scholar?

Google Scholar is a specialized search engine from Google that searches scholarly, but not necessarily peer-reviewed, literature on the Internet. 

Tip: There is no way to limit to peer-reviewed items in Google Scholar.

Google Scholar can be helpful in finding the full text of articles:

• that we have in the Walden Library
• that are freely available on the Internet
• that can be purchased 

Also, it can help you search more broadly and comprehensively. You can search by topic, or use it to find articles that have cited another article.

• What is the difference between library databases, Google Scholar and the internet?
• What types of content are in the library databases, Google Scholar, and the internet?

More Information:

• Google Scholar Guide

• Google Scholar Pros and Cons

• Is there a way to automatically connect the Walden Library to Google Scholar?

Do you have other Google Scholar questions?  Ask a Librarian!