RU Libraries

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Rutgers University Libraries
MLIS Technology WorkshopModule B
Fall 2009
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Updated on 8/31/2009 by Gabrielle M. Casieri

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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.

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 fromour RUasis&twebsite or wiki.
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.

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
Example: IRIS is the RU Libraries OPAC
OPAC = Online Public Access Catalog
IRIS = Integrated Rutgers Information System
Click for more library lingo.
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.
Watch LISSA listserv for tour info (and be sure to sign up)!

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Click to read a description of the Alexander Library collection.

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Alexander Library

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.
Click for more information, including a list of participating institutions.
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The URL (Uniform Resource Locator) for the RU Libraries Website is
http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu;
the website provides information about all the libraries affiliated with the University.

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Why can’t I just Google it?
IRIS 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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My Account

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

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 and get a library pin #.
Let’s do that now! (You can also stop by the Alex circulation desk with your ID after the program today).
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You try it: IRIS Search
Title search: Seeking Meaning
Author search: Kay Cassell
Subject search: student’s choice!
Advanced search (let’s take a look)
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IRIS: 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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IRIS: Circulating Materials
Graduate students can borrow circulating materials for the whole semester! Full details.
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.

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 for more info about library fines.
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Search Other Catalogs
E-ZBorrow (PALCI) is an alternative to recalling a book.
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Research Resources
Let’s explore the subject guides…
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You try it: IRIS Search
Periodical search: Library Journal
Use the “Advanced Search” and the “match on” … exact phrase …
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 library help!
Don’t forget, you can alwaysAsk a Librarian.
Library website: FAQs/How Do I‘s

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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
Searchlight can help you get started!
Let’s look for an article with the word “Googlizers” in the title.

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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.

Citation Linker
When you have a citation and you want to find out if the full text article is available in RU databases, use Citation Linker!
Click “Find Articles” on the menu
Click “Indexes & Databases”
Click “Citation Linker”
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Citation Linker
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Click the pic to explore.

RefWorks
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RefWorks is great! Let’s explore …
Click the picto get to the RefWorks tutorial.

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

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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.

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.

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…

You’re Ready!
Thank you for coming today. We hope this has been helpful.
If you need help, visitthe RUasis&twebsite /wikito review these presentations.
Congratulations and good luck!
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Credits
Creator: Monica A. Smith
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