Tip #1
Do you know about the Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability (aka the JPED)? This is the academic journal of the association, and it is provided to you as an important member benefit. As you begin to search the literature for general reading or to locate information on a specific topic we invite you to begin with the JPED. The focus of the journal is on research and data-based practices specific to postsecondary disability issues and topics. Go to the JPED webpage to see a description of the journal. This page also includes the online archive of JPED volumes dating back to 1991. Open access is provided to complete copies of all articles except for the current issue of the JPED. As a member of AHEAD, you will only need to log in to access the current JPED issue.
Go to the JPED webpage to see a description of the journal. This page also includes the online archive of JPED volumes dating back to 1991. Open access is provided to complete copies of all articles except for the current issue of the JPED. As a member of AHEAD, you will only need to log in to access the current JPED issue.
Tip #2
The easiest way to conduct a topical search of all JPED volumes and articles is to go to the Educational Research Information Center (ERIC) (New Window). It is a national online repository that indexes many educational resources, including the JPED. When you enter a topic in the ERIC search bar you will be able to refine your search further by an easy and optional menu for selecting:
- Year
- Descriptor (including higher education among other relevant terms)
- Source (including the JPED but also other journals of possible interest such as Equity and Excellence in Education)
- Author (if you are looking for a specific one)
- Publication type (e.g., research)
- Education level (such as higher education)
Many of the articles located here are available in full text. Select the link provided, and you are ready to read!
Are you a little rusty on how to enter search terms? ERIC provides a great tutorial. You can access the information from this link: ERIC Advanced Search (New Window).
Tip #3
Your institution may have access to EBSCO information services. EBSCO provides online resources for topical searches, data bases, and digital archives. Check your institution’s library website to see if this resource is available to you.