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Using the Library Catalog
Use the Library Catalog's "Advanced Search" or the EVERYTHING button to search for information in books, videos, encyclopedias, magazines, newspapers, and scholarly journals.
In your list of results, check the menu on the left for ways to limit your results, such as by source type, online availability (Full Text Online), or publication date.
For sources that are available online, click "Available Online" for a link to view the source.
When you click on that link you will be prompted to log in through MyNOVA.
Library Catalog Search Tips
1. Use only the most essential words related to your topic.
2. Not enough results? Try related terms, or more general terms -- for example, instead of poodles, try dogs.
3. Too many results? Be more specific -- for example, instead of computers, try social media AND privacy.
4. In your list of results, check the menu on the left for ways to limit your results, such as by resource type, library or publication date.
5. Select 'Request Item' to have books from other NOVA campus libraries sent to the NOVA campus library of your choice for pick up.
eBooks
Many of the eBooks from the eBooks collections can be found using the library catalog. You can also search directly through the recommended eBook databases below. Login with your MyNOVA Username and Password when prompted. More information on downloading eBooks.
- EBSCO eBook Collection This link opens in a new windowA collection of eBooks curated by NOVA librarians on a variety of different subjects. eBooks can be accessed in the browser or downloaded for offline use. (NVCC)
- ProQuest Ebook Central This link opens in a new windowBooks on a variety of academic subject areas (NVCC).
- O'Reilly for Higher Education This link opens in a new window **If you cannot access this resource, try a different browser and clear your cache/cookies** Resources on topics ranging from leadership, business, management, and project management to programming languages, software development, and computer networking, and more. These topics are covered in a variety of formats, which include eBooks, live training, on-demand tutorials, videos, case studies, and audio-books. (VIVA)
Off Campus Access to Library Resources
Off campus access to the library catalog, article databases, and eBooks is available to all current NOVA students, faculty and staff. You will be prompted to log in through MyNOVA.
- You can look up your MyNOVA username and password here.
- If you are unable to login or are having problems accessing a database, please contact the IT Help Desk.