1. Finding Library Resources
EN 1602
The Literary Text : Genres and Approaches
October 8th, 2014
library.yorku.ca
2. Research Help
• Meet with a subject librarian in person.
• Ask a question via email, chat or by
phone.
• Take part in a library workshop to hone
your research skills.
Don’t be shy, we’re here to help!
3. Visit the Library’s homepage
www.library.yorku.ca
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• Use the catalogue to
search the Library’s
collections.
• Find books, e-books,
journals, newspapers,
videos, and much more.
• Search by keyword, title,
author or subject by
using the drop down
menu.
A quick search provides a fast way
to find items from the Library’s
homepage.
4. Search the catalogue
• The advanced search option allows you
to refine results prior to conducting a
search.
• You can limit your search by publication
date, format, location, and language.
5. Search the catalogue (advanced)
• The advanced search option allows you
to search multiple fields simultaneously.
• You can also use the operators AND, OR,
NOT to combine terms and achieve more
precise results. Remember - Too many
limitations may hinder your
search results.
6. Consult a Research Guide
researchguides.library.yorku.ca
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• Online guides are created by
library staff to share
recommended resources for
your area of study.
English Studies Research Guide
• Read the resource descriptions
to determine whether a
database is suitable.
Multidisciplinary vs. Specialized
• Specialized databases cover a
specific subject, field or format
type (i.e. newspapers).
To find journal articles on a
particular subject, use a
database.
7. Remote access
• Your student card is your library card – use it to
borrow physical library materials.
• You can access the Library’s electronic
collections anytime, anywhere - with an internet
connect and your Passport York credentials.
8. Borrowing from other Libraries
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
• Intercampus loan/ borrowing (ICB) is a service
provided to transport library materials
between the Keele campus libraries and
Glendon.
• Racer/ Interlibrary loan allows you to borrow
materials not available at York from other
academic libraries in Ontario.
9. Evaluate your sources
SPARK- selecting sources
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Criteria Scholarly Sources
Author • Researchers,
experts in a field
Publisher • Often peer-reviewed
Audience • Researchers,
specialists,
academics
Content • Present results of
original research
• Includes references
Language • Specialized
terminology
Peer-reviewed sources have been
approved by a panel of experts prior to
publication.
Ulrich’s International Periodical Directory
SPARK is an e-learning resource
designed to help students
complete academic assignments
10. Cite your sources
Citing Research Guide
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Offers links to resources and
general advice about creating
bibliographies.
• You can find citation style
manuals by searching the
library catalogue.
Citation Management Tools
• Allow you to generate
bibliographies, organize your
research, and share with
others.
Examples:
• Refworks
• Mendeley
• Zotero
Be sure to verify your work,
computers can make mistakes.
11. Feedback
Class Survey
Your opinion matters!
Please take a minute to share your feedback. Your
comments will help us make improvements to future
sessions.
Thank you!
Leigh Jackson, Librarian
Leslie Frost Library
leighj@yorku.ca
