These materials do NOT circulate, but can be checked out for use inside the library for up to 4 hours. Scholarly journal - a publication that includes articles written by experts in the field. A search engine operates on a specific algorithm to locate information. Can also refer to the title of a book. Subject heading - the specific terms used to describe the items in print indexes, in online databases and online or card catalogs.
Subject headings can consist of a single word, or of a phrase.
In online databases, subject headings are sometimes called Descriptors or Identifiers. Gutman Library is part of this group of libraries that share resources with one another. Obtain a Letter of Introduction at the Reference Desk before going to TCLC libraries. PhilaFind - Gutman Library's online catalog. The quality of a search can be improved by knowing which subject headings to use to describe to the online database what you are trying to find.