Kish Guides: Early Childhood Education Research Guide: Electronic Databases

Find articles in EBSCO Host databases

To find peer-reviewed articles, click on the link below, type in your search keywords, click on Search, and click the checkbox for "Scholarly Journals (Peer Reviewed)" in the left-hand column.

If prompted, at Kish log-on screen, type in your full Kish email address and current Kish password.

EBSCOhost Combined Search of all EBSCO databases This link opens in a new window
Search all of our EBSCO databases at one time. For tips about researching, contact the library.
Available on and off campus. If you are unable to login to the EBSCO databases, go to https://my.openathens.net/ > Kish > EBSCO Information Services > All Databases. Download the EBSCO Mobile App for iPhones at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ebsco-mobile/id1473281170 or for Androids at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ebsco.ebscomobile

A-Z Database List
Alphabetical list of Kishwaukee College Library's databases

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Exploring controversial topics: Opposing Viewpoints

Search Opposing Viewpoints
Find pro and con essays on controversial topics in the Opposing Viewpoints database.

Education Databases

Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new window
Find articles on nearly every subject. Search tips: limit your results to "Scholarly Journals (Peer Reviewed)", "Full Text Available Online", "Published Date".
Available on and off campus. Choose link under blue Sign In bar that says "OpenAthens Login".
ERIC This link opens in a new window
Literature and resources about education, provided from the U.S. Department of Education. Contains indexed and full-text materials.
Available on and off campus. Choose link under blue Sign In bar that says "OpenAthens Login".
Professional Development Collection This link opens in a new window
A collection targeted to professional educators and students pursuing a career in education.
Available on and off campus. Choose link under blue Sign In bar that says "OpenAthens Login".
Opposing Viewpoints This link opens in a new window
A great tool to learn about both sides of an issue. Perfect for persuasive papers and speeches, or just to learn more about current issues.
Available on and off campus.
Library SmartSearch This link opens in a new window
Library SmartSearch is your best option to search for items in the Kish Library or physical items in the I-Share Illinois college library system. Helps you find books, eBooks, audiobooks, videos, articles, and more!
Available on and off campus.
OverDrive This link opens in a new window
Downloadable ebooks through a shared Illinois community college library project.
Available on and off campus. App to borrow and download ebooks.
PrepSTEP for Community Colleges This link opens in a new window
A collection of professional examination and career preparation, technology skills, core skills, study skills, and college success skills. Includes tutorials and practice tests.
Available on and off campus.
Salem Careers This link opens in a new window
Exploration of careers in many fields. Each career profile includes a description of the career duties, work environment, educational requirements, and employment outlook.
Available on and off campus.
Primary Search This link opens in a new window
Designed for elementary school libraries, with children's magazines and images.
Available on and off campus. Choose link under blue Sign In bar that says "OpenAthens Login".
Primary Search Reference eBook Collection This link opens in a new window
For elementary school students. Reference ebook content, such as dictionaries and encyclopedias.
Available on and off campus. Choose link under blue Sign In bar that says "OpenAthens Login".
MAS Ultra - School Edition This link opens in a new window
Geared for high school libraries, with popular magazines, reference books, and primary sources. Also contains photos, maps, and flags.
Available on and off campus. Choose link under blue Sign In bar that says "OpenAthens Login".
Funk & Wagnalls New World Encyclopedia This link opens in a new window
Encyclopedia geared toward grades 5-8.
Available on and off campus. Choose link under blue Sign In bar that says "OpenAthens Login".