Academic E-Book Work Smart Workshop Date: Thursday, January 24, 2013 Time: 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Location: James B. Duke Library 043 Overwhelmed by the world of academic eBooks? Let us show you the basics of tracking down an eBook through the Furman Libraries, and the possibilities for what you will encounter. Bring your laptop, . . .Continue reading E-Books–Work Smart!!
Category: Research Resources
Ready! Set! Mango!
The James B. Duke Library is happy to announce that we now offer the Mango Languages online language-learning system. Mango uses common, everyday conversations as the basis of each lesson, so users will be able to start using and appreciating what they learn right away. Its comprehensive methodology includes all four key-language components (vocabulary, pronunciation, . . .Continue reading Ready! Set! Mango!
Ebooks at Furman
Did Santa bring you an iPad this year? If so, you should take advantage of the thousands of ebooks in the library’s collection. Visit the ebooks@Furman guide to view a short video which gives step-by-step instructions for finding ebooks in the library catalog. Keep in mind, the look and functionality of ebook titles will vary by provider. See . . .Continue reading Ebooks at Furman
SAGE Database Trials
The Library is providing trial access to two SAGE databases. Both trials run through January 9, 2013. Help us evaluate these new, potential resources. SAGE Knowledge SAGE Knowledge is a social sciences digital library created for students, researchers, and faculty. Incorporating more than 2,500 titles, it includes SAGE eBook and eReference content, containing scholarly monographs, reference . . .Continue reading SAGE Database Trials
Ready for the Hobbit?
It’s been more than a decade since the release of “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring,” and this year marks the 75th anniversary since the publication of J.R.R. Tolkien’s book “The Hobbit.” This means its a great time to brush up on the story before the much-anticipated cinematic debut of “The . . .Continue reading Ready for the Hobbit?
Satchmo and Babe
A new display is up in the Government Documents Collection at the James B. Duke Library entitled, “World War I Draft Registration Cards: Famous, Infamous, and Interesting.” On April 6, 1917, the United States declared war on Germany and officially entered World War I. Six weeks later, the Selective Service Act was passed, which authorized . . .Continue reading Satchmo and Babe
Springer Migration on Nov. 26
The publisher Springer will be changing their platform on Monday, November 26. All of the links from the library to various Springer ebooks and ejournals should perform properly, but personal accounts will not by migrated over. If you use a personal account to receive alerts, save documents, or customize your experience, you will need to . . .Continue reading Springer Migration on Nov. 26
SpringerLink Make-Over
SpringerLink Journals is one of the many databases to which the library subscribes. It includes the full text of ebooks and over 265,000 articles from almost 1200 journals. Effective November 26, 2012, SpringerLink will be getting a make-over. This platform change will improve navigation and usability, as well as introducing new state-of-the-art functionalities. The transition is . . .Continue reading SpringerLink Make-Over
Database Trial: Medici.tv
On a trial basis, the library is providing access to Medici.tv. Medici.tv offers over 1000 programs available on streaming video on demand. The majority of films are accessible in high quality (HD). This resource includes filmed concerts by current performers in classical music and documentaries on performers and composers. In addition, the catalogue offers . . .Continue reading Database Trial: Medici.tv
Hurricane Resources
All eyes are focused on the Atlantic coast as Hurricane Sandy is churning northward. Here is a web resource to help you track the storm: NOAA – StormCentral 2012 – Event: Sandy – Includes the latest advisories from the National Hurricane Center, satellite images, rainfall forecast graphics and tide and water level predictions. For further . . .Continue reading Hurricane Resources