Mau Library Tutorial: Accessing Library Resources

Introduction

• Tutorial on accessing Mau Library resources.
• One login is the primary access method for Library resources.

Accessing Library Resources

• One login Dashboard: Start from the login dashboard.
  • Navigate to the "Library Resources" tile for direct access to the library homepage.

Library Homepage Features

• Information Available:
  • Library hours.
  • Contact information.
  • Chat form for librarian assistance available 24/7.
• Quick Links Section:
  • Course reserves page (list of course textbooks available).
  • Link to all databases and library resources.
• Epco Discovery Service Search Box:
  • Central search tool for most databases and resources.
  • Automatically signs you in for database access.

Exceptions to Automatic Login

• Overdrive:
  • Platform for ebooks, audiobooks, and videos.
  • Requires an extra login step on first access.
  • Use "Sign in with your library card" option for first-time setup.
• Right Now Media:
  • Contains Bible study videos and theological content.
  • Requires individual registration.
  • Free account registration necessary before accessing content through class links.

Additional Database Access

• A to Z Databases Page:
  • Complete list of databases available through the library.
• Example: Oxford Reference:
  • Direct access and exploration of individual databases.
  • Some databases have their own One login tile for direct access.

Other Access Tiles

• Epco Discovery Service Tile:
  • Directly access the search view for Discovery service.
• Epco Host Tile:
  • Only searches Epco resources, excluding others like Oxford reference.
  • Will soon be phased out and updated by Epco.

Conclusion

• Overview of accessing and navigating library resources via One login and specific database tiles.
• Access important resources for academic success.

Thank you and see you next time!