This video introduces the main resources available from Western's library.
Does your course require students to do research? Remind them that their library is here to help! Feel free to use or adapt the following statement for your syllabus, Blackboard course, or assignment sheets.
Library Resources / Ask a Librarian
Need credible sources but don't know where to start? Searching for a book, video, or article to support your argument? Your Library provides 24/7 access to books, databases, research guides and more at westerntc.edu/library. The Library 101 Guide provides a general introduction to using the library and is a great place to start. Still feeling overwhelmed by research and wish someone could help you navigate? Ask a librarian!
We have several guides (linked below) which offer an overview of library resources for reading and research. You are welcome to use these (or any of our other guides) as a starting place for introducing or learning about library resources. If you are hoping for something more tailored to your needs, we are happy to build a custom guide for your course or project.
The library's list of databases is the best place to start looking for digital materials to meet your needs. These collections contain journal articles, ebooks, magazine articles, videos, images, and other kinds of content. All content can be used (for free) by Western students and staff. The list can be sorted by subject area or type of content.
While the databases list is designed to help you and your students find just the right resource, the many options may feel overwhelming at first. This video walkthrough explains how the options work and how to get started with our most popular resources.
There are many other resources available to students and staff via the library and on the open web. Your librarians would be happy to help find what you need. Start the conversation by reaching out and telling them about your course, your assignment, or your resource need. We'll follow up and take it from there!
