GeoRef is now available through the EBSCOhost interface. It was previously available through the OvidSP interface (and formerly Silver Platter interface). This new version provides an unlimited number of simultaneous users. The older version only allowed 1 sim. user.
Since the previous interface is still available, the following note has been placed on the GeoRef info page and the description on the subject pages:
Until 7-31-2009, GeoRef will also be available through the previous interface from OvidSP. Click here to search GeoRef using the previous interface.
Monday, June 29, 2009
New Interface: Philosopher's Index
The Philosopher's Index is now available through the EBSCOhost interface. It was previously available through the OvidSP interface (and formerly Silver Platter interface). Advance notification for this change was not possible because the OvidSP version will expire on 7-1-2009 and I just received access to the EBSCO version as of 6-29-2009.
Please let me know if you have questions concerning this migration.
Please let me know if you have questions concerning this migration.
New Database: SPORTDiscus with Full Text
SPORTDiscus with Full Text is now available for on-campus and remote access through the A-Z list of databases and the Health and Human Performance resources page. This database includes full text from more than 440 journals (a complete list is available on the info page-http://library.apsu.edu/inform/EBSCO/21sportdiscus.htm). These titles should show up in Find Periodicals and "Search for Full Text" searches by 6-30-2009.
According to Serials Solutions analysis this database provides access to 346 unique titles not previously available through any other APSU database. Please contact me for a list of unique titles.
According to Serials Solutions analysis this database provides access to 346 unique titles not previously available through any other APSU database. Please contact me for a list of unique titles.
New Database: Social Work Abstracts
The Social Work Abstracts database is now available for on-campus and remote access through the A-Z list of databases and the Social Work resources page. This database does not include full-text articles, but users will have the option to "search for full-text".
This database will primarily benefit the new Master of Social Work program.
This database will primarily benefit the new Master of Social Work program.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
New Database: Business & Company Resource Center
Business & Company Resource Center is now available for on campus and remote access from the list of all databases and the Business resources page.
Business & Company Resource Center brings together a wide variety of global business information, enabling users to efficiently research business case studies, competitive intelligence, and career and investment opportunities. It is comprised of more than 3,200 indexed and full-text titles — of which 2,100 are peer-reviewed — in all disciplines, with more than 20 years of backfile coverage. It also provides highly respected information sources — featuring authoritative Thomson Financial content used globally by financial investments banks and institutions.
Business & Company Resource Center was provided to APSU free for a period of two years due to the purchase of both Global Issues in Context and the Dictionary of Literary Biography Complete Online.
Journals from Business & Company Resource Center now show up in Find Periodicals and Article Linker searches.
Unique periodical titles provided by Business & Company Resource Center include:
Encore Magazine 11/01/2003 - present
Fast Track Business Growth 01/01/2001 - present
Food Service 12/01/2007 - present
International Cranes & Specialized Transport 05/01/2003 - present
Knight-Ridder/Tribune Business News 07/01/1993 - 03/31/2005
Locum Life 09/01/2006 - present
Training & Coaching Today 02/01/2006 - present
Efta bulletin (2000) 04/01/1989 - 08/31/1992
Business & Company Resource Center brings together a wide variety of global business information, enabling users to efficiently research business case studies, competitive intelligence, and career and investment opportunities. It is comprised of more than 3,200 indexed and full-text titles — of which 2,100 are peer-reviewed — in all disciplines, with more than 20 years of backfile coverage. It also provides highly respected information sources — featuring authoritative Thomson Financial content used globally by financial investments banks and institutions.
Business & Company Resource Center was provided to APSU free for a period of two years due to the purchase of both Global Issues in Context and the Dictionary of Literary Biography Complete Online.
Journals from Business & Company Resource Center now show up in Find Periodicals and Article Linker searches.
Unique periodical titles provided by Business & Company Resource Center include:
Encore Magazine 11/01/2003 - present
Fast Track Business Growth 01/01/2001 - present
Food Service 12/01/2007 - present
International Cranes & Specialized Transport 05/01/2003 - present
Knight-Ridder/Tribune Business News 07/01/1993 - 03/31/2005
Locum Life 09/01/2006 - present
Training & Coaching Today 02/01/2006 - present
Efta bulletin (2000) 04/01/1989 - 08/31/1992
Tuesday, June 09, 2009
New Database: Dictionary of Literary Biography Complete Online
The Dictionary of Literary Biography Complete Online is now available for on campus and remote access from the A-Z list of resources and the Literature resources page.
This collection is comprised of full text for:
•Dictionary of Literary Biography (vols. 1-347) through 2009
•Dictionary of Literary Biography Documentary Series (50 vols.)
•Dictionary of Literary Biography Yearbook (23 vols.)
Featuring comprehensive literary biographies written by recognized literary scholars and critics, you'll find profiles of more than 143,000 past and present authors, historians, journalists, screenwriters, publishers, and playwrights. The biographies discuss the lives and careers of the literary figures profiled, along with the critical response to their works.
This collection is comprised of full text for:
•Dictionary of Literary Biography (vols. 1-347) through 2009
•Dictionary of Literary Biography Documentary Series (50 vols.)
•Dictionary of Literary Biography Yearbook (23 vols.)
Featuring comprehensive literary biographies written by recognized literary scholars and critics, you'll find profiles of more than 143,000 past and present authors, historians, journalists, screenwriters, publishers, and playwrights. The biographies discuss the lives and careers of the literary figures profiled, along with the critical response to their works.
Monday, June 08, 2009
New eBook: Encyclopedia of Associations: National Organizations of the U.S
Encyclopedia of Associations: National Organizations of the U.S is now available online for on-campus and remote access. Sean has placed a record for this electronic title in the Felix online catalog.
New Database: Global Issues in Context
Global Issues in Context is now available for on-campus and remote access from the A-Z list of databases in addition to the Geography, International Studies, Military Studies, News & Current Events, and Political Science resource pages.
Global Issues in Context offers current, international news and perspectives on the most talked about, debated and studied issues and events in world hot spots. Going beyond a "pro and con" database, Global Issues in Context ties together a variety of sources, including trusted reference content that provides background and context, to present a rich analysis of issues – social, political, military, economic, environmental, science-related, health-related and cultural.
Global Issues in Context includes multimedia elements such as images, podcasts, audio and video in addition to more than 190 country portals that contain country and cultural information, statistics, maps, flags, images, and more
Global Issues in Context offers current, international news and perspectives on the most talked about, debated and studied issues and events in world hot spots. Going beyond a "pro and con" database, Global Issues in Context ties together a variety of sources, including trusted reference content that provides background and context, to present a rich analysis of issues – social, political, military, economic, environmental, science-related, health-related and cultural.
Global Issues in Context includes multimedia elements such as images, podcasts, audio and video in addition to more than 190 country portals that contain country and cultural information, statistics, maps, flags, images, and more
Monday, June 01, 2009
New Database: Cambridge Histories Online
On campus and remote access is now available for Cambridge Histories Online from the A-Z list of databases along with the U.S. and World History subject resource pages. By tomorrow, access should also be available through Find Periodicals and "Search for Full Text" options. MARC records will be provided by Serials Solutions on their next update.
Cambridge Histories Online brings together over 250 volumes from the renowned Cambridge Histories series. The volumes are grouped into topics, making it quick and easy to search and browse through an array of historical subject areas.
Cambridge Histories Online brings together over 250 volumes from the renowned Cambridge Histories series. The volumes are grouped into topics, making it quick and easy to search and browse through an array of historical subject areas.
June eBook of the Month
The Career Clinic: Eight Simple Rules for Finding Work You Love will be provided with free, unlimited access June 1-30. Click here to access this title.
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