Diversity in Organizations

Using Library Databases for Scholarly Articles Here's why using library databases is preferred for finding scholarly articles:

• Reliability and Credibility: Library databases curate and index high-quality academic journals and other publications. Articles found in these databases go through a peer-review process, ensuring the research is credible and follows scientific rigor.
• Comprehensive Search: Library databases allow for in-depth searching using specific keywords, subject terms, and filters to find relevant articles.
• Accessibility: Many universities and colleges provide free access to library databases for their students and faculty.

Here's an example of how to find a recent article using a library database:

1. Identify your topic of interest: Based on this week's assigned chapters, let's assume you're interested in leadership styles.
2. Access your library database: Most universities and colleges provide online access to library databases. Common databases include EBSCOhost, ProQuest, JSTOR, and ScienceDirect.
3. Search using relevant keywords: Enter keywords like "leadership styles," "transformational leadership," or "effective leadership" into the search bar. You can also use subject terms provided by the database.
4. Filter your results: Many databases allow you to filter your search results by publication date (e.g., published in 2024) and other criteria to ensure you find recent articles.

Example Article: Using the steps above, you might find an article titled "Transformational Leadership and Employee Well-being During Mergers and Acquisitions: A Multi-Level Study" published in the Journal of Business Ethics (2024). This article explores the impact of a transformational leadership style on employee well-being during organizational change. Additional Tips:

• Look for articles with citations you recognize, such as scholarly journals or textbooks from your readings.
• Check the article's abstract to see if it aligns with your research interests.

Remember: While library databases are preferred, Google Scholar can also be a helpful tool for finding scholarly articles. However, it's important to be more critical of the source credibility when using Google Scholar.  

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