Guides & Tutorials
Research appointment with a Librarian
Scheduling a research appointment with a librarian provides students with personalized, one-on-one assistance to help with research projects, assignments, or general information needs. Appointments can cover a variety of topics such as finding and evaluating sources, using library databases, developing research strategies, or citing sources correctly. During your session, we offer tailored guidance and expert advice to help users navigate complex information resources and succeed in their academic work.
Student Success Center | VCCS Library Services
Discover the tools, resources, and support you need for academic success! VCCS Library Services supports all 23 Virginia Community Colleges with:
- Research Support: Access 200+ research databases and live chat with librarians 24/7.
- Publication Support: Specialized tools and systems for academic publishing.
- Course Support: Open and affordable course materials to enhance learning.
Internet - Use and Evaluation
- Finding Information on the Internet – from the Teaching Library at UC Berkeley
Citing References
- American Psychological Association Style – focuses on electronic references
- APA Citation Style: Examples for Nursing Students (and others!) – from the College of St. Benedict/St. John’s University
- Citing References in Your Paper – from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Writing Center
- OWL: Handouts: Research and Documenting Sources – from Purdue University Online Writing Lab
Plagiarism
- Avoiding Plagiarism – from Purdue University Online Writing Lab
Library of Congress Classification
- Library of Congress Classification – from the Library of Congress
Library Literacy Canvas Course
This Canvas Course is built as a one-stop hub to help students—and faculty—master research, citations, and find credible sources.
Inside, you’ll find:
Videos on:
How to find peer review articles
How to effectively use our databases and online resources
How to find Books & eBooks
How to write a research paper
As well as a video on How to listen to Audiobooks on your personal device
We also have Research assistance within the course—why citations matter, how to cite, and how to avoid plagiarism. It shows students how to choose a research topic, follow the research process, and put a paper in the correct format. Plus, a Library Literacy quiz—where students who complete it get a digital and printable Library Literacy Completion certification.