Library Curriculum Builder for Moodle

We are pleased to introduce Library Curriculum Builder!! It is a new plugin tool for Moodle that allows instructors to provide access to assigned class readings while maintaining copyright compliance by linking directly from a Moodle course to journal articles, ebooks, and other online resources in our library's databases.

New EBSCO eBook Viewer

 

We are pleased to introduce the new EBSCO eBook Viewer!! When you discover and download EBSCO eBooks, the new viewer provides features:

• Support for scrolling through the entire eBook to find relevant information
• Collapsible side panel that brings content front and center
• Support for your needs with cite, note, export and dictionary tools
• Email and save tools that enable you to take chapters or pages directly to the viewer
• Quick access to download the entire eBook for further reading
• Growing number of titles available in both PDF and EPUB formats.

 



Nursing Reference Center Plus Mobile App

The College Library is pleased to introduce the new Nursing Reference Center Plus Mobile App!!

The app provides:

• Information about diseases and conditions
• Evidence-base care sheets
• Content on nursing best practices and skills
• Robust drug information
• Videos and images to aid in patient care

With features meeting the needs:

• Bookmarking favorite topics and searches
• Viewing recent search history
• Ability to save notes on favorite topics
• Print and email content directly from a device
• Fast download

 

The app can be downloaded from the iTunes app store for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, and Google Play for Android devices.

User Guides

• How to Download
• How to Use (FAQs)

Database Access Change

As of March 30th, the electronic resources - specifically the databases for finding academic journal articles - are now only available through the Portal.

To access the databases, log in through the Portal (same as you do for Moodle) and you'll see an area to the left called the dashboard.  In this icon clump there will be an icon with mouseover text that reads: “Connect to Library Databases.”  The icon looks like three blue stacked disks.  Click there to gain access to the library databases.  It no longer matters if you are on or off campus for database access, the way to get on is the same.

If you are having trouble accessing your Portal account for any reason, please contact IT by emailing portal@ololcollege.edu or by calling 225-768-1720.

Good luck on exams!  And have a great spring break next week. :)

The College Library is on Pinterest

If you haven't heard about Pinterest yet, you probably will soon. Wanna know what it is?

Pinterest is a Virtual Pinboard. Click to learn more.

Pinterest lets you organize and share all the beautiful things you find on the web. People use pinboards to plan their weddings, decorate their homes, and organize their favorite recipes.

Best of all, you can browse pinboards created by other people. Browsing pinboards is a fun way to discover new things and get inspiration from people who share your interests.

The Library has begun "pinning" on Pinterest. Check us out for book recommendations, cool technology and gadgets and other cool library stuff.

Now Send Questions to the Library from your Smartphone using Meebo!

It's here! Meebo Mobile, with apps for iPhone & Android and a mobile interface.  Now you can send questions to the Library from your smartphone.  Meebo can also be used as an alternative to text messaging, essentially providing you with FREE UNLIMITED TEXTING to anyone with a Meebo account!!!

• Smartphone users can use meebo through the mobile interface through their phone's browser at http://www.meebo.com/.
• For iPhone and Android users, download the Meebo app.  The app is currently free.
• You can also add all your other IM accounts to Meebo and use them through its web interfaces and apps.

Don't Forget to Add the College Library!:

After you have created a free account with one of the apps or at http://www.meebo.com/, simply add the library to your "buddies."  Our ID is: ololcollegelibrary.  We will confirm you ASAP and then you can begin sending your questions.  You won't miss our responses because your complete chat history will be saved, unlike when using the guest chat widgets from our website.

If you need any help setting this up, just stop by the library for assistance.

Meebo for iPhone

Meebo for Android:

*Please note that the College Library's Meebo response time varies, as our staff is often away from the computer, assisting patrons in the library.  When we're online, we will answer all questions as soon as possible.  If you would like to send a comment or question about Meebo, please email the Library staff at:  library@ololcollege.edu
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