Get Help
To learn more about using the FNU library, you should take the Library 101 course located in ANGEL. You should have been automatically enrolled prior to attending Frontier Bound, but if you do not have access to the course please email billieanne.gebb@frontier.edu. Once you have taken the course, you can review the material at any time. Below are some additional resources that you might find helpful.
Tip Sheets
- Anatomy of a Research Article (PDF)
- Evaluating Internet Resources (PDF)
- Scholarly vs. Popular Articles (PDF)
Video Tutorials
- Scholarly Journal vs. Popular Magazine Articles
- Using Subject Headings
- Using the A-to-Z Journal List
Help with Specific Resources
EBSCOhost
Tutorial
Choose from a list of several different tutorials on EBSCOhost. "Advanced Search with Guided Style," available as a Flash or PowerPoint presentation, will be the most relevant to the School's set up. Tutorials specifically dealing with CINAHL are also available.
Help Sheet
A printable document with quick tips for searching in EBSCOhost (Word document - 3 pages).
User Guide
A detailed, printable guide to using EBSCOhost (Word document - 34 pages).
The Cochrane Library via Wiley
Help Page
A resource page with links to demos, brochures, and user guides.
ProQuest
You can call or e-mail ProQuest with search and/or technical support questions:
800-889-3358, ext. 2513
tsupport@il.proquest.com
PubMed
Tutorial
An extensive tutorial for using PubMed.
Essential Evidence Plus
Tutorial
A ten minute overview of Essential Evidence Plus (free registration required).
FAQs
Q. How long will it take to receive an article that I requested via Interlibrary Loan?
A. Generally, we fill most requests within 2-3 business days. The turnaround time could be shorter or longer depending on where the material is coming from.
Q. Is there a charge for using Interlibrary Loan?
A. We always try to borrow for free first; if we are not able to get an article for free, we will notify you of the cost and ask if you want to proceed with the request.
Q. Can I check out a book from the library?
A. Yes, Frontier students, faculty and staff may check out books from our circulating collection. Please note that textbooks and reference books do not circulate. We will mail you the book and you will be responsible for mailing it back. Contact the library technician with the information on the book you would like to check out.