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Philosophy

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Welcome to the subject guide for Philosophy!

 

This page offers information about the various resources available at the Richard J. Daley Library such as article databases, reference materials, ebooks and multimedia sources. 

 

In addition, the Richard J. Daley Library offers individual and group instruction on how to use library resources in this subject area. Speak with one of our reference librarians to assist you.


 

Getting Started

 

 

  • When writing a research paper, start by choosing a topic. What is the question you want to answer?

              For example, you might ask, “What was Aristotle's position on slavery?”

 

  • Once you have a question in mind, find keywords related to the question. You might choose:

     “Aristotle”

     “slavery”

     “position”

 

  • Expand your search terms by considering synonyms. You can search for similar words by searching for your terms in a thesaurus. You might choose to add “opinion” and “enslaved” to your list of synonyms.

 

  • Use these keywords when searching databases for relevant articles. 

 

  • Choose articles that are appropriate for your project, academic, and trustworthy (hint: they'll have citations).

 

  • Avoid sites like Wikipedia. 

 

 

 

 

If you get stuck, ask a librarian! We are trained to help with research and citations.

Stop by the reference desk at Daley College or call the reference desk at 773-838-7669.

 

 

 

Reference

eEncylopedias can help you gather general information about a topic.

 

Search the Gale Virtual Reference Collection

 

Print Reference Sources:

 

For more, look in the reference section for call numbers starting with B, the Library of Congress class of books on Philosophy, Psychology, and Religion..

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The Encyclopedia of Philosophy    The Encyclopedia of Religion    Encyclopedia of Applied Ethics    The Cambridge Dictionary of Philosophy   
REF B41 .E5 
  REF BL31 .E46 1987   REF BJ63 .A66 1998    REF B41 .C35 1995    

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Books & eBooks

 

 

 

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy is a peer-reviewed encyclopedia that offers brief articles on many issues in the world of Philosophy.

 

Refer below for more online encyclopedia resources

 

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Finding Books  

 

 

The library at Daley College has many Philosophy books that can help in your research.

 

Search the Library Catalog

 

Books & Articles | Course Reserves | Databases | Help | My Account

 

More search options:

Advanced Search  

Browse Search  

Search Journals by Title 

Subject Guides 

 

  • Enter your keywords into the search fields.
  • Search by a specific book title or author.
  • Choose "more search options" below for the advanced search. 

 

 

 

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Finding Articles

 

 

Here are some databases to help you find information for your research projects.

 

Note: Accessing journal articles from databases off-campus will require students to use either their MyCCC username and password.

 

 


EBSCO Academic Search Complete

 
 

 

 

  • database content fully supports scholarly research in the key areas of academic study by providing peer-reviewed journals, full-text periodicals, reports, books, and much more.

 

CQ Researcher 


 

        

 

 

  • used by students, teachers, librarians, journalists and others, who need to complete an assignment, prepare for a debate or become a quick expert on a topic.
  • each 12,000-word report is a unique work, investigated and written by a seasoned journalist.

 

Global Issues in Context 

 

 

     

 

  • provides students with the tools they need to understand today’s world issues from a global perspective.
  • includes coverage of the historical and contemporary conditions to help students understand global issues, conflicts and events.

 

 

Opposing Viewpoints in Context

 

 

 

 

  • an online resource covering hot social issues, from Offshore Drilling to Climate Change, Health Care to Immigration. 
  • helps students research, analyze and organize a broad variety of data for conducting research, completing writing assignments, preparing for debates, creating presentations and more.

 

  

A Step Further 

Is your project about the history of something that might be in another category? Consider checking related databases. For example, if you are looking for something related to the history of ethics, you might use JSTOR.

 

For all the databases available to CCC students, go to:

Daley College Databases

 

 

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Search Tips 

 

 

Search tips for the library catalog:

 

  • Use the search options to your advantage! If you are searching for synonyms like "children" and "youth," change the drop down from "AND" to "OR." This way you will get results that include EITHER term.

 

  • Use the options on the left of the search box the same way. Perhaps you want a book about the id written by Sigmund Freud. Place id in the search box with "Any Field" selected to the right. In the next line, change "Any Field" to "Author" and type Freud into the search box.

 

  • You can also use the drop down menus below to limit your results to specific date ranges.

 

  • Choose books available only at Daley College or broaden your search to “Any” in the location section.

 

  • If books are located at another library, place a request for Interlibrary Loan by contacting a Daley College Librarian at 773-838-7669. We will contact you when your book arrives. Please allow time for delivery.

 

Search tips for online databases:

 

  • use "advanced search” option so you can enter several search terms at the same tim

 

  • limit results to full text so you will be able to read and cite the articles you find

 

  • specify article length, and publication date to meet the needs of your assignment.  For example, if your instructor prefers articles over 5 pages, don't waste your time sorting through articles that are only 1 page. Limit your results!

 

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Multimedia

 

    

  • Closer to Truth 
    • A series of PBS videos discussing contemporary philosophical issues 

 

 

 * Remember to cite multimedia sources in your works cited page! 

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Web Resources   

  

  • American Society for Aesthetics Online
    The American Society for Aesthetics was founded in 1942 to promote study, research, discussion, and publication in aesthetics. “Aesthetics,” in this connection, is understood to include all studies of the arts and related types of experience from a philosophic, scientific, or other theoretical standpoint, including those of psychology, sociology, anthropology, cultural history, art criticism, and education. “The arts” include the visual arts, literature, music, and theater arts.

  • Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy
    The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy (IEP) was founded in 1995 as a non-profit organization to provide open access to detailed, scholarly information on key topics and philosophers in all areas of philosophy.

 

 
  • Noesis
    A project dedicated to philosophy online; based on the notion that if users could search a carefully selected sub-section of the Internet, search engines could implement a kind of peer review, separating the wheat from the chaff and harnessing the power of the Internet for scholarly purposes.

 

 
  • PhilPapers
    PhilPapers is a comprehensive directory of online philosophical articles and books by academic philosophers, built by in partnership by departments within the University of London and the Australian National University.

 

 
  • Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy
    The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy (SEP) was designed so that each entry is maintained and kept up to date by an expert or group of experts in the field. All entries and substantive updates are refereed by the members of a distinguished Editorial Board before they are made public. Consequently, their dynamic reference work maintains academic standards while evolving and adapting in response to new research.

  

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Citations   

 

 

Things to remember:

 

  • Every research paper must have in-text citations and a works cited page to show the sources you used in your research!

 

  •   Identify the type of citation you need. Some professors will tell you what style they prefer.

 

  • As you conduct research, create citations in your works cited section or bibliography.

 

  • When you quote, paraphrase, or reference an idea you read in someone else's work, place an in-text citation at  the end of your sentence.

 

 

These websites can help you create the citations needed:

 

APA Format

MLA Format

Chicago Style Format

 

 

You can also use EasyBib to create a works cited page in MLA format.

 

 

Need further guidance? Check the Purdue Online Writing Lab for additional help.

 

If you need help creating your citations, feel free to stop by the reference desk and ask a librarian or call the reference desk at 773-838-7669.

 

 

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