Research Guides: PHIL 150: Philosophy of Technology (Spring 2025): Where to Start?

Overwhelming Options

W&M Libraries has hundreds of databases with millions of articles, books, reports, etc.
It can be overwhelming when deciding where to start.
If you're not sure, check out our subject guides & subject-based database lists.
This will highlight key resources for every major/minor/concentration at W&M.

Subject Guides
W&M Libraries Research Guides highlight key resources for each discipline.
Subject Databases
Unsure were to start? Here are detailed lists of databases related to each discipline.

Philosopher's Index
Philosophy and related fields. Citations to journal articles, books, book chapters, and book reviews. Coverage: 1940-present. Access available to unlimited users.
PhilPapers
PhilPapers is a comprehensive index of philosophy books and articles. PhilPapers offers unique features such as real-time indexing of pre-prints, fine-grained classification by topic, email alerts, reading lists, advanced search functionality, and discussion forums.
Religion & Philosophy Collection
World religions, major denominations, biblical studies, religious history, epistemology, political philosophy, philosophy of language, moral philosophy, and the history of philosophy. Journal articles. Coverage: 1975-present.

Should you use a source? (Overview)

Key points to consider:

Is the author an expert?
Is it a recent publication?
Was it published in a peer reviewed journal?
Has the work been well-cited?
Does this source relate directly to your topic & argument?
Does this source contribute thoughts & ideas that are unique, or does it repeat/reiterate ideas from other sources you're using?