University Libraries - Tarleton State University

FAQs & Research Tips

If the information you need is not listed, please contact Dick Smith Library's Reference Department: phone (254-968-9249) / email reference@tarleton.edu.
ACCESS FAQs
 
RESEARCH TIPS
Online Access & Assistance
Off-Campus Access Information
Distance Learning Services Information
EZProxy & VPN Connection Information
Log-in Assistance & Computer Policies Information
Network Username & Password Claim Instructions

Web Tools & Services
Web Page Accounts & Design
Web Services, HTML Goodies . . .

LIBRARY SERVICES
Circulation Services
-- Borrowing what you need
Getting Items from Other Libraries
-- Interlibrary Loan
-- TexShare

LIBRARY TUTORIALS & LINGO
Outline of Tutorial Topics
-- Research process, searching, finding, evaluating . . .
Library Lingo
-- Glossary of Library Terms
-- Library of Congress Call Numbers
 
The following links offer access to instructions, tips, and guidelines to help you conduct research more efficiently and effectively.
Using a Research Process
Define info need, select appropriate sources, keep research log . . .
Figuring Out What You Need:
-- Comparing Types of Periodicals
-- Guides to Resources
-- Selecting Information Sources
-- Selecting Search Tools
Searching Effectively
Identifying terms, refining searches . . .
Finding Research Materials
-- Books, audiobooks, periodicals . . .
-- Library databases (articles)
Tracking Down Citations
Locating items in reference lists, mentioned in articles . . .
Evaluating Research Findings
Criteria for evaluating articles, books, and web pages . . .
Researching Ethically
-- Copyright
-- Plagiarism
-- Citing sources

REGISTRATION FAQs & TIPS
Registration FAQs
Who, Where, When . . .
Desired Classes List: Online Class Schedule
Desired Classes List: Print Class Schedule
Registration Instructions