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Best Academic Research Tools for Researchers and Educators

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Academic research requires a lot of dedication and diligence. From reading the literature to writing up the first draft of your paper, engaging in academic research means that you are in an ongoing process of learning and growth. There are numerous academic research tools that can help you in each stage of the research process.

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Best Open Access Journals and Scholarly Articles for Research Students

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Scientific knowledge is proliferating in an unprecedented rate with an increasing number of journal articles and research papers published every year across various disciplines from humanities to medicine and technology. As researchers, our research stands on the shoulders of other researchers.

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7 Good Academic Search Engines for Science Teachers

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After covering Google Scholar alternatives , I got an email from a science teacher asking for recommendations for science-focused academic search engines so I created the list below. I included what I believe are some of the most reliable and academically authoritative search engines with a focus on science (among other disciplines).

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7 Good Google Scholar Alternatives for Academics and Student Researchers

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Whether you are a student researcher, a budding scholar, or an established educator, these Google Scholar alternatives will empower you with the tools you need to enhance your research skills and improve your overall academic productivity. ERIC is sponsored by the United States Department of Education Institute of Education Sciences.

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Wonderful Online Museums and Sites for Virtual Field Trips to Use in Class

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2- Smithsonian Museum The Smithsonian Institution —the world’s largest museum and research complex—includes 19 museums and galleries and the National Zoological Park. 5- Science Museum Science Museum helps you explore the home of human ingenuity online.

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The 10 Best Languages to Learn

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At the cognitive level, the scientific literature abounds with research studies boasting the cognitive benefits of bilingualism and multilingualism. Another study published in Psychological Science and cited by Melinda Wenner reveals that "after learning a second language, people never look at words the same way again."

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Best Websites to Help You Find Academic Books and Journal Articles

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Almost all of these tools provide extra features beside online search including, for instance, the ability to create personal libraries where you can save and organize your books, automated citations generation , social networking with other researchers, collaboration, and many more.