ABSTRACT
When teachers start student research in the library, our students become comfortable with asking librarians for help, using books and periodicals, and accessing online library resources like databases. Even if the project does not entail using a physical book, it sets the tone: the library is always connected with research endeavors. Some teachers overcome the issue by providing all of the resources for their students, but there is great danger to this—finding and assessing resources is part of research. Many schools subscribe to online databases for their students' use. There are numerous benefits to utilizing databases as an academic resource, and if students understand how they can be used effectively, they find greater success. Wikipedia is a great stop in for finding common knowledge like dates, places, and names. Wikipedia's pictures are in the public domain, meaning students can use them without worry about licensure.
