Get familiar with how the library works and all of the resources we provide using the links and videos below.

• New to Using the Library

  This webpage introduces you to the basics of the library, from finding books to borrowing materials from other libraries using interlibrary loan, but pay particular attention to the info on the tabs: "Where to search" and "Library 101 video guides."

• Library Video Tutorials

  Visit the library's YouTube channel to watch short instruction videos, gain research skills and learn how to use library tools and resources.

The Library offers access to a range of tutorials and videos from CredoLit that will help students with their research process. Take a look at the titles in the Library Guide HERE and skip around and sample what is helpful to you.  

Start your research. Sample titles in CredoLit that will help you get started on your research include:

• Tutorial: Developing a Research Focus 
• Tutorial: Background Research Tips 
• Video: Creating a Research Plan

Academic integrity

Explore the  Academic Integrity tutorial

This tutorial will help you understand:

• the value of information 
• working with integrity
• the importance of citations

While Drew Library has a lot of resources, students may need access to something we don't have. Use interlibrary loan (ILL),  a service that allows the Library to borrow materials from other libraries on behalf of Drew students, faculty and staff. ILL is easy to use and turnaround times can be as little as 1-2 business days. You should never pay for articles while you are at Drew University: use ILL instead.

View the brief video (3:39) below to learn how to use ILL.

In order to research and write a great thesis, you need a solid foundation of research skills. The most important first step is to have a clear research question or statement. One strategy to use is concept mapping. Check out the video (3:37) below for more info. (Source: Belk Library, Appalachian State Univ)

Using Boolean operators

Searching academic databases requires that users employ boolean logic. View the short video (1:20) below to refresh your memory about this important search strategy.