Accessing MCCC Databases

Unit 3 - Databases

• be able to access the library's database webpage.

• know that the databases are grouped by subject on the webpage.

• know that each database listing includes both a link to the actual database as well as a brief description of the database's contents.

• be able to access the databases from off campus using an ID and password.

Unit 3 - Databases

• The MCCC Library's databases contain information from many subject areas.

• The bulk of the databases contains from articles from periodicals (magazines, newspapers, and scholarly journals).

• Also included in the databases are encyclopedias, dictionaries, and as well as other information resources.

• Database information is not the same as information you would find on the web using a search engine like Google or Bing. Database information:

- comes from known, reputable sources, like the New York Times or the Wall Street Journal.

- tends to be more focused on your topic.

Unit 3 - Databases

Getting to the Library's Database Page. Click on the video to see how.

Remember to turn on your speakers first.

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Unit 3 - Databases

Unit 3 - Databases

Remote access to the databases

When you are not on the MCCC campus and try to access a database, you will be stopped by a logon screen.

To login when you are off campus use the same login as you use for your MyMercer account.

Contact the library if you are having trouble accessing the databases from off campus.