Information Sources |
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Starting with Your College Library |
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Library resources go through a review process. Librarians select resources for the library such as books, videos, magazines, journals, databases, and websites. The library collects sources considered reliable, credible and authoritative. The key idea of using the library is that you are getting qualityover quantity. |
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Library resources are available in the Library and on the Web. The Library Website is designed to support your academic needs. The resources selected for the website are evaluated and organized to streamline your research. Personal assistance is available whether your are in the library or at home. |
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Library resources are purchased to meet your academic needs. A primary function of a college library is to purchase and make available information that supports college courses and the research needs of students. Both current and retrospective information is available. |
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Library resources are organized. Items are organized so you can easily find sources on a topic. When you search for a book in the LINCC online catalog; the call number that identifies where the item is located. Similar books have similar call numbers and are grouped together for easy access. |
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Library Definitions Some of the terms used throughout this tutorial may be new to you. Click this link for a brief list of library definitions. http://www.librarycourses.netDefinitions.html |
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Library resources come with personal assistance. Libraries have staff who are trained to help you. They'll answers your questions and help you learn to use online and print resources--at no charge. |