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Rutgers University Libraries

MLIS Technology WorkshopModule B

Spring 2012

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Updated on 04/08/23 by Darlene Davis

Workshop Objectives

• Introduce RU Libraries and their locations.

• Demonstrate important features of RU Libraries website.

• Introduce tools that will help you efficiently and effectively locate and retrieve physical and/or digital library resources.

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Say NO to Information Overload!

• We are providing you with a lot of information today.

• Don’t be overwhelmed!!

• Remember, you can access this presentation at any time from our website.

• Librarians LOVE to help! Don’t be afraid to ask fellow students for info.

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Library Help: Searchpath

• STOP informationoverload!

• Click the pic to gothere now!

• Access Searchpathremotely (at yourleisure) for a veryhelpful tutorial.

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Do You Speak “Library”?

• Welcome to the wonderful world of library science!

• We don’t have a secret handshake, but we do have our own “language”.

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Library Lingo

• OPAC = Online Public Access Catalog

• RUL = Rutgers University Libraries

• For more library lingo, click here.

• Then, test your knowledge with some Library Science Jeopardy!

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Where is the Closest Library?

• Archibald S. Alexander Library (affectionately known as “Alex”)

• It’s right next door! (between the SC&I Building and the College Ave. Parking Deck)

• Alex was built in 1956 and is the oldest and largest of the RU Libraries.

• A café, The Scarlet Latte, was added in 2011.

• Watch LISSA listserv for tour info (and be sure to sign up)!

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Click hereto read a description of the Alexander Library collection.

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What about Other RU Libraries?

• As a Rutgers student, you are eligible to use other campus libraries.

• Some classes may require visits to other campus libraries.

• You may live near another campus and find it convenient to use that library.

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VALE NJ

• Rutgers is a member of VALE (Virtual Academic Library Environment) NJ, which means that you may be eligible to borrow materials from another college campus near you.

• For more information, including a list of participating institutions, click here.

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The URL (Uniform Resource Locator) for the RU Libraries Website ishttp://www.libraries.rutgers.edu.

The website provides information about all the libraries affiliated with the University.

Why can’t I just Google it?

• The Rutgers Library Catalog connects you with resources available at Rutgers or through ILL (Inter-Library Lending) consortia

• Library website provides access to online indexes and databases not available via Google

• Materials for some classes may be on Electronic Reserve

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Campus Computer Access

• Type the URL into your browser:http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/

• You can also click the pic below:

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Get your Library Card!

• Your library card = your RU student ID

• Before you borrow materials, you will need to register the barcode number on the back of your ID card. PIN numbers are no longer issued.

• Let’s do that now! (You can also stop by the Alex circulation desk during operating hours).

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These RU libraries have their own catalogs.

Limit search by Library.

Change search criteria.

Input search term(s).

Library Catalog Search Practice

• Title search: Seeking Meaning

• Author search: Kay Cassell

• Subject search: student’s choice!

• Advanced search (let’s take a look)

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Library Catalog: Tips and Tricks

• Repeat title search: Seeking Meaning

Mark record and e-mail to yourself (or to a group partner)

Use subject heading hyperlinks to find more information on topics of interest

Compare Book Delivery/Recall function with Book Special Request function

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Library Catalog : Circulating Materials

• Graduate students can borrow circulating materials for the whole semester! For full details, click here.

• Remember the Book Delivery/Recall? Recall notices will be sent to your RU

student directory e-mail listing (make sure you are checking that e-mail!!)

You will have 14 days to return a recalled book.

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Fines for Overdue Recall Items

• The fine for a recalled item that is not returned within 14 days is $5.00/day up to $50.00.

• Failure to return a recalled item on time will result in suspension of your borrowing privileges.

• Click here for more information about library fines.

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Research Resources

• Let’s explore the subject guides…21

You try: Library Catalog Search

• Periodical search: Library Journal

• Use the “Advanced Search” and the “match on” … exact content…

• You can find journals by title in IRIS, but you cannot search for articles by title

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How Do I Find an Article?

• Start with Indexes and Databases; choose a periodical index that covers your subject of interest.

• Get help from the library!

• Don’t forget, you can always Ask a Librarian.

• Also, check out the FAQs and the How Do I's on the library website.

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Databases differ!

• Not all databases provide access to full text of articles.

• Find American Libraries in “Library Literature and Information Science.” Select any article and see what is available.

• Find American Libraries in “Academic Search Premier.” Select the same article and compare with LLIS results.

• Review How Do I Get My Article?

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Searchlight

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Searchlight can help you get started!

Let’s look for an article with the word “Googlizers” in the title.

Remember…

• Searchlight only searches the databases listed (see previous slide).

• To search other databases, use the links in Indexes and Databases (select by subject or alphabetically).

• You can mark and e-mail search results to yourself so you don’t have to recreate searches.

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RefWorks

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RefWorks is great! Let’s explore …

Click here to get to the RefWorks tutorial.

RU Libraries Toolbar

• Check out this cutting edge RU tool! Click the pic to explore…

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My Account

You will need to register your barcode and get your library PIN before you can access “My Account”.

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Restricted Access

• Certain Electronic Resources have licenses that restrict access to current students, faculty, and staff: On site (LOCAL) Off site (REMOTE)

• Access is usually limited to a certain number of users at one time. If you have trouble getting into a database, try again at a later time.

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Local / Remote

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Local / Remote

• Campus computers are local.

• If you connect your laptop on campus using the RU wireless network, your computer will be local.

• If you access the library website from your home computer or other off-campus location, you will be connecting remotely.

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What you will see at home:

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The login screen:

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A successful login:

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Remote Connection Tips

• Connection times out after extended inactivity; just re-enter your NetID and password.

• Occasionally gets “confused” if results are opened in too many new windows; try to open in one window.

• See “How Do I Connect from Off-Campus?”

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Other Services at Alex

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Graduate Reading Room

• On the 3rd floor of Alex.• You’ll need your ID to get in.• PCs and Networked Printers

available.

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If you still can’t find it…

• Search the library Website

• Check the library Site Index

• The library and its friendly librarians want to help you! Please don’t hesitate to ask for help when you need it. (Hint: They love helping library students).

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Electronic Reserves

• Some professors will put items on electronic reserve. You can view these on campus computers or via your remote connection.

• Click the pic to see how it’s done.

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Last Chance…

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You’re Ready!

• Thank you for coming today. We hope this has been helpful.

• If you need help, go to the RU ASIS&T website to review these presentations. It also has lots of other useful information for later in the semester.

• Congratulations and good luck!44

Credits

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Creator: Monica A. Smith

Updaters:• Jennifer Crovatto• Mallary Saltzman• Allie Graham• Gabrielle M. Casieri• Suchitra Kamath• Darlene Davis• Jacqueline Wolcott (notes)