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Behind the Paywall: Accessing Articles

This guide provides strategies for accessing full-text scholarly resources when faced with paywalls. Learn about library tools, open access options, and best practices for locating research beyond subscription barriers.

References

Harders, D. (2025, June 19). 11 reasons librarians are better superheroes than the Avengers. Central Plains Library System. https://libraries.ne.gov/cpls/2015/06/19/11-reasons-librarians-are-better-superheroes-than-the-avengers/

Northern Kentucky University. (2022, December 1). 2.3 paywalls and access. LIN 175: Information Literacy. https://saalck.pressbooks.pub/infolit/chapter/paywalls-access/

UT Health San Antonio Libraries. (2024, May 6). Overview and Installation of LibKey Nomad. YouTube. https://youtu.be/eFpi_0UAWEk