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Databases introduction
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Use keywords & filters to search databases
Follow a YC student as he uses the many features of a library database.
Specific database how-tos
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OverDrive setup with Libby & Kindle
How to setup and access OverDrive ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines on your devices.
Interactive tutorial
ProQuest basics
An interactive tutorial for searching in the ProQuest databases.
Interactive tutorial
SiRS Researcher basics
An interactive tutorial for searching in the SiRS Researcher database.
More how-tos
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Download & print ebooks
How to download, save, and/or print ebooks. See restrictions from each database publisher.
Interactive tutorial
YC Library scavenger hunt
An interactive skill-builder for using library resources.
Research skills
Key research skills
Explore techniques to writing a great research paper. Learn how to budget your time, choose a topic, find resources, and cite.
Budget your time Choose a topic Determine the best resources Develop your topic Explore & evaluate your information