NetLibrary allows users to search for and access e-books. To search for e-books, click on the research box and select ebook and then NetLibrary. Users can then search and refine results to find an e-book of interest. E-books can be viewed online and pages navigated, with features like text searching, table of contents, and citation information available. Creating a free NetLibrary account allows users to make notes and access e-books anytime. The library staff can assist with any questions.

1. Guide to NetLibraryFinding E-books with NetLibraryCreated by Michelle Nielsen Ott, Illinois Central College, Summer 2010

2. What is an e-bookHow to search for e-books in the through NetLibraryHow to read e-books from NetLibrary and create a free NetLibraryaccountWhat you will learn…

3. An e-book or electronic book is a book published in an electronic format instead of being published on paperE-books contain the same information as if the book was printed. This is considered a book source, not a web source.You read an e-book digitally on your computer What is an E-book?

4. To Search NetLibrary for E-books:First click on the red “Research” box

5. To Search NetLibrary for E-books:Next, click on “Ebook”

6. To Search NetLibrary for E-books:Finally, click on “NETLIBRARY”

7. Accessing E-books from HomeIf you are accessing e-books from off-campus, you will be asked to login. This is your ICC login and password. Please contact the library if you have any difficulties logging in.

8. This is the Entry Point and Search Page for NetLibraryEnter your search in the search box

9. Your Results List Appears Like This:

10. Refine Your Results, If Needed.Re-do your search hereChange the way the results are sorted hereLook for related topics here

11. Look Through the Results List to Find an E-book That You are Interested in ViewingThen, click on “View this eBook”

12. Now You Are Viewing the E-Book

13. Navigate the e-book with these features.Turn the pages or go directly to a specific page

14. PrintingPrint a single page

15. Table of ContentsUse the Table of Contents to navigate from chapter to chapter

16. Full-Text SearchingUse this search box to look for keywords in the e-book

17. Finding Citation Information Click on the “eContent Details” tab to find citation information

18. Some Features Require a Free AccountClick on “Create a Free Account”

19. Log In or Create a New AccountLog in here Fill out the online form to create a new account

20. Signed-In FeaturesYou can now make and save notes“Logging in enables you to access your library's eContent collection 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.”

21. If you need assistance, please visit us at the library.www.icc.edu/libraryEast Peoria Campus: L312 Ph: 309-694-5355Downtown Campus : 103 HS Ph:309-999-4610 North Campus: 59 Cedar Ph:309-690-6837HAPPY READING AND RESEARCHING!