If you are working on the Will.Power Library module, do not use the following links (they don't have quizzes!). Instead, click here to access the tutorials and quizzes! These short tutorials are a great way to get quick answers about the library and the services we offer. These can also be found on our Youtube channel: ChengLibrary! If you have an idea for a new tutorial, or are having difficulty with any of our existing ones, please contact Tony Joachim (973-720-3665). Permalinks @ The Cheng Library Have you ever found the perfect article in a library database... but when you go back to look at it again, the link doesn't work? Learn how to avoid this by using persistent links! Fixing APA References: Journal Articles @ The Cheng Library Learn the basic rules for creating an APA style reference for journal articles. Does the Library Have this Article? @ The Cheng Library So, you found an interesting looking article in a book you were reading... or your professor assigned something for class... or, maybe you found an article online but can't get the full-text. This short tutorial shows you how to check the vast resources of the Cheng Library to find out if we already have it for you (or need to request a copy)! Don't pay for articles online. Watch this first! Search & Refine: Making the Most of Your Library Searches! @ The Cheng Library Search & Refine introduces some of the essential skills for using the Library's main search boxes found on our homepage! Learn to change the type of search and to focus your results using search terms and limiters. Finding Peer Reviewed Articles @ The Cheng Library Locating peer reviewed articles is easy from the Library homepage. Many of our databases are able to quickly highlight these items with a simple click of your mouse! Learn more with this short video. Renew Books Online @ The Cheng Library Do you need to keep a book a little longer? Or are your books about to become due? Renewing your books online is easy from the Library website! Finding Streaming Videos @ The Cheng Library Find out how to locate and view streaming videos using our Books & Media search! Hold for Pick Up @ The Cheng Library Find out more about how we can help you to get books from the shelves with our Hold for Pick Up service. Easily place requests online to have books set aside for you! Scholarly/Popular @ The Cheng Library Learn the differences between scholarly and popular articles, and the peer review process! Will.Power: The Research Process Explore the Research Process in this interactive, self-paced lesson designed for Will.Power! Be sure to use your WP email address to get started, and you'll get a confirmation email to share with your instructor when you're finished! Does the Library Have My Textbook? Find out how to check the Cheng Library's Course Reserves collection for books and other materials on your class syllabi! Parts of a Research Article @ The Cheng Library Learn how to identify research studies for your academic work by looking at the distinct sections of a research article. eBooks @ The Cheng Library Learn about our ever-growing collection of eBooks. Evaluating Websites @ The Cheng Library Learn the basics of website evaluation, using the CRAAP method! Everything You Wanted to Know About Printing in the Cheng Library Find out how to use the University's cloud-based print system with the Cheng Library's SIX printers! Avoiding Plagiarism @ WPU Learn about plagiarism and how it can be easily avoided, in this short video! Keywords: A Quick Guide @ The Cheng Library Sometimes finding the right articles and resources for your class projects isn't as easy as it should be. The problem might be with the keywords you're using! Check out this quick introduction to finding the right search terms for your research! Assignment Calculator Need help planning your research project? This resource will provide you with deadlines and step-by-step instructions for completing your research on time! Interlibrary Loan & Article Copy Service @ The Cheng Library This short overview will explain the ins and outs of these two related services, and walk you through the process of submitting requests. Using Citations to Find Specific Articles @ The Cheng Library Ever had an article that your professor put on the syllabus that you couldn't find? Or, found some great research when reading a book, but didn't know where to look to get the full text? This short tutorial will walk you through the steps for tracking those citations and getting the whole article! Finding Articles in a Specific Source @ The Cheng Library Some assignments ask that you only use certain sources (newspapers, magazines, journals, etc.), like the New York Times or Journal of Marriage and Family. This short demonstration will show you how! PsycINFO Tutorials This series of short tutorials will introduce the PsycINFO database and show you the ins-and-outs of searching, narrowing your results, and finding full-text articles for your psychology research!
