iCONN Databases
Three ways to search:
1. Search all databases simultaneously by using the box above or by logging into www.iconn.org. When the keyword search screen displays, enter your search terms and click on Search. This will search all databases pre-selected for searching simultaneously.
2. Search a combination of selected databases by logging into www.iconn.org. When the keyword search screen displays, click Select iCONN Resources. On this screen click the button that says "Clear Checkmarks." This will remove all checkmarks in one step. Next put a checkmark in the box(es) next to the database(s) that you want to search, then click on Search. You can also select databases for simultaneous searching in Advanced Search. If a database (e.g., Associated Press Photos) has no checkbox, it means it cannot be included in the broadcast search; to search that database, just click on the database title and that will bring you to that database's search interface.
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Search databases one at a time using their native search interfaces. Log into www.iconn.org. When the keyword search screen displays, select Link to Individual Resources. This will bring you an alternative menu with links to invidual databases.
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Some of the iCONN Databases
For general information:
InfoTrac Kids InfoBits
Articles and curriculum-related materials selected especially for young researchers in grades K–5. Titles include Boy’s Life, Ranger Rick, Faces, and Jack & Jill.
InfoTrac Junior Edition
Articles and curriculum-related materials selected especially for grades 6–8. Titles include American History, National Geographic Kids, and Science News.
InfoTrac Student Edition
Articles, historical images, maps and more selected for grades 9–12. Titles include American Heritage, Technology Review, World Affairs and Popular Mechanics.
Expanded Academic ASAP
Articles for all academic areas including the social sciences, humanities, science, technology and current events. Titles include African Arts, CLIO, Ethics, Film History and Human Biology.
Academic OneFile
Covers the arts and sciences, theology, literature, and other academic subjects. Has some journals and publications not found in iCONN’s other resources including many non-English publications.
InfoTrac OneFile
iCONN’s largest collection of articles from magazines, newspapers, academic journals and trade publications. Titles include: Consumer Reports, Prevention, Forbes, National Geographic and Popular Science.
iCONN Newsstand
Search for articles in:
- Boston Globe (1980 - )
- Christian Science Monitor (1988 - )
- Hartford Courant (1992 - )
- Los Angeles Times (1985 - )
- New York Times (1995 - )
- Wall Street Journal (1984 - )
- Washington Post (1987 - )
¡Informe! (Revistas en Español)
Articles from Spanish/bilingual magazines and newspapers including Siempre, Semana and La Opinion. Search in English or Spanish.
General Reference Center Gold
Articles from magazines, journals and reference books such as Masterpieces of World Literature and Asimov’s Chronology of Science & Discovery.
For specialized information:
Hartford Courant – Historical (1764-1922)
Search the earliest years of the Courant for articles and images that relate Connecticut and national history.
HeritageQuest
Search U.S. federal censuses, family and local histories, and primary-source documents such as tax lists, city directories, and probate records. Materials date back to the 1700s.
History Reference Center
For history buffs and class projects – articles, biographies, documents, speeches, maps, photographs, film and video clips.
Also try: Student Research Center with the same quality content and a more student-friendly search interface.
Associated Press Photo Archive
Contemporary and historical photographs taken of U.S. and world events from the mid-1800s to present.
Discovering Collection
Information about People, Places and Events for middle school and up. Covers history, literature, biography, science and social studies.
Wilson Biographies Plus Illustrated
Biographies and images of newsmakers and figures of prominence from ancient through contemporary times.
EDUCATION
Professional Collection
Focuses on the field of education – articles about school law, child and adolescent psychology, human development, learning disabilities, etc.
BUSINESS and LAW
Business & Company Resource Center
Find company and industry information and analysis including:
- company profiles & performance
- industry rankings & statistics
- investment reports & ratings
LegalTrac
Law and law-related articles from legal journals, business and general-interest publications.
HEALTH and SCIENCE
Health & Wellness Resource Center
Consumer and alternative health information. Includes videos, a medical dictionary and reference titles including:
- Medical and Health Information Directory
- PDR Family Guide to Health & Nutrition
- PDR Family Guide to Prescription Drugs
- Statistical Record of Health & Medicine
Science Reference Center
For science research and projects – articles, biographies and images. Covers the life and physical sciences, health, medicine, and technology.
Also try: Student Research Center with the same quality content and a more student-friendly search interface.
MedlinePlus
Developed by the National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health for consumers needing health information. Includes clinical trials, drug information and Spanish-language materials.
About iCONN
iCONN is part of the Connecticut Education Network. It provides all students, faculty and residents with online access to essential library and information resources. It is administered by the Connecticut State Library in conjunction with the Department of Higher Education. Through iCONN, a core level of information resources including secured access to licensed databases is available to every citizen in Connecticut. In addition, specialized research information is available to college students and faculty.
The Goals of iCONN are:
- To ensure universal access to a core level of library and information resources for every resident of Connecticut through their public library, school, college, and from home.
- To help provide necessary information resources to every school in Connecticut so that all students are prepared to function in an information society.
- To provide information resources to the increasing number of students taking advantage of on-line courses at Connecticut's colleges and universities.
- To support the information needs of all Connecticut citizens.
Show Your Appreciation
If you enjoy the benefits that iCONN brings to your library and home, please take a few minutes to thank your legislator and Governor M. Jodi Rell for providing this resource for the State of Connecticut. Write or e-mail your representative, senator, and the Governor today!
