These videos are created by the Teaching & Learning Department as a way to provide point-of-need quick instruction for our users. Each video is closed captioned. Enjoy!
Not sure if the article, book, or other source you found will work for your assignment? Use the video below to apply the ACT UP method to evaluate the source.
ACT UP Source Evaluation from UCSB Library on Vimeo.
Learn the basics for getting the full text for that article you found using UCSB Library search. Watch the short video below. If you have any questions or run into trouble, ask for help at library.ucsb.edu/ask
Retrieving the full text of an article from UCSB Library Search from UCSB Library on Vimeo.
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Title: Retrieving the full text of an article from UCSB Library Search: Teaching & Learning Series
Body: Starting on the UCSB Library homepage, search by keyword or by title in UCSB Library Search. In the result list, click on the desired article title. Once you are in the detailed view of the article, find the “Access Online” links and choose one. If one doesn’t work, try the next one. After you click an “Access Online” link you will be prompted to log in with your UCSB NetID and Password. Any “Access Online” link directs you to the full text of one article. Oh no! Having trouble? Ask for help. Need help with your research? Visit us online: library.ucsb.edu/ask
Are you ready to start your research but confused by the library homepage? Use this quick tutorial to explore...
Get started here: https://ucsb.libwizard.com/f/librarywebsitetour
The research process is complex -- it's not just you. Learn more about what to expect about the research process in the video below.
Learn how you can get help with your research at the UCSB Library. Watch the video below and visit us at library.ucsb.edu/ask.
Research Help at UCSB Library from UCSB Library on Vimeo.
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Title: Research Help at UCSB Library: Teaching & Learning Series
Body: Ready for a little boost with your research? Librarians are ready to help! Visit us in person, or online. Go to: library.ucsb.edu/ask. Get assistance by chat, email, or appointment. Whether you need help, finding sources, constructing citations, brainstorming keywords, forming a topic, or something else entirely, we're eager to help! Need help with your research? Contact us 24/7 at: library.ucsb.edu/ask