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U.S. Government (PLS 211 & 212 Online): Library databases

Resources for students in PLS 211 and 212 online.

How to use library databases

If you're off campus, you'll see a login screen. Log in to this database using your myNOVA user name and password.

Quick citation tool

Citation Tool:

Each article within this database has a citation tool . Here is how you find it:

1. Click the link to the article.

2. In the right hand column, click the Cite link.

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3. Scroll down in the Citation Format box to select the correct citation style for your course. ENG 111 uses MLA.

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4. Copy and paste the citation into your document or export it to a bibliographic management software program using the link located at the bottom of the Citation Format box. Remember to check the citation for errors after you have copied it. 

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