Encyclopedia

  1. Accessing an Ebook
    Yorkville University has a small but growing list of ebooks. All but one are universally accessible. Here are some key instructions for accessing an ebook. 1) Searching for an Ebook using Discovery The primary way to identify an ebook is by means of a simple search of our Discovery Service search option. This searches across […]
  2. APA 7th Ed., Key Links
    Our academic departments are slowly making the transition to the APA 7th edition, for those departments and students already using the newest 7th edition, here are some general support sites. Ask the APA Style experts on Twitter, Facebook, and email A free Academic Writer® tutorial: Basics of Seventh Edition APA Style  Free online seventh edition style and grammar guidelines A […]
  3. APA 7th Ed., Key Strategies
    Here are some methods for resolving APA citation questions. Libguides: Libguides are very helpful online supports for Academic topics. You can search for any topic in Google, such as a Literature Review, SWOT analysis, Research Methods, etc…but include the word “libguide”.  A search for APA and libguide will provide you with many different options. You […]
  4. APA, 7th ed, Citing a Webinar
    Here are a few examples from online sources for citing a Webinar. Royal Roads Ramussen College James Cook University
  5. APA, 7th ed, Citing Codes of Ethics
    Here are two quick examples providing a formatting structure for citing specific codes of ethics. Ethics Code References (from the APA) Swansea University (Quick Review)
  6. APA, 7th ed, Headings Advice
    Here are some examples of advice on structuring headings. APA’s Style Site for Headings Purdue Online Writing Lab Student Paper Formatting
  7. APA, 7th ed, Legal Citation
    Here are examples of legal citation using APA. Canadian Examples Douglas College University of Alberta
  8. APA, 7th ed, Subsequent Citations
    Here are examples for help with subsequent Citations. For example, if you need to cite an author or organization multiple times in a document. In-Text Citations (St. Scholastica)  Scroll down near the bottom of the page, there will be a grid providing information on the uses of subsequent citations.
  9. APA, Indirect Citations
    Sometimes you won’t be able to find the original source for a work that you have read about, so you’ll have to use an indirect citation. That is, you will have to cite a journal or book, etc. that you read about from a different book or journal. Here is one example of how to […]
  10. BBA Online, BUSI 2063 Marketing (Access to MindTap)
    Students using books from Cengage/Nelson publishers sometimes wish to have access to their online resources, such as ebooks, videos, etc.  This brief entry provides a way to access the online resources for the current book, MKTG 4th edition. For access, you need the Course Link and Course Key. Please note, this doesn’t guarantee you access […]
  11. BID, Journal of Interior Design
    We have a subscription to the Journal of Interior Design. This is available through our Discovery Service search engine. Select this link to go directly to the Journal of Interior Design homepage in Discovery Select this link for step-by-step instructions for how to find, search and browse the Journal of Interior Design
  12. Bookstore, eBook Purchase
    When you purchase an eBook from the university bookstore, please note the following: Even a purchase of an eBook may require the bookstore to process the request, which can take up to 12-24 hours during normal business hours. If you purchase an eBook over the weekend, it may take until Monday morning to receive the […]
  13. Course Development Guide
    The following is a quick guide for Course Developers to understand options for Library resource selection. Select here Additional Key Points Remember when creating an assignment, you must test if your assignment can be answered using our library collection (or available online resources if relevant). If you require additional resources, such as ebooks, journals, etc. […]
  14. Credible Source Guide
    1. What is a credible source? In your courses, you are often asked to use peer reviewed journal articles as references in your assignments and Discussion Questions. Why? Peer reviewed articles are considered the most credible sources available in academia. However, you won’t always be using peer reviewed articles from the library, so this document will help […]
  15. Learning Accessibility Technology & Options
    This brief entry provides information on current Learning Accessibility technology, such as Text-to-Speech functionality.  For specific information on accessibility strategies, please contact the Accessibility Office [email protected] Select here for the list: Accessibility Technology
  16. Library Orientation, Updated
    The following library orientation is a very brief, updated orientation applicable to all students.
  17. Library Skills, The Basics
    Library Services:  Many individuals will actually believe that they are disturbing me by asking questions.  That could not be further from the truth.  The more questions you ask, the better.  Although it is important to learn skills to become an independent researcher, and an independent thinker, it is also important to ask plenty of questions, […]
  18. Library Support Tutorials
    Yorkville University Library has recently added many new resources, as well as a new EBSCO Discovery search platform. Here is a quick list of key tutorials for becoming an efficient research. More Tutorials will be added over the Academic year. EBSCO Discovery Service, Searching our Entire Library Collection Discovery Service, The Basics (from EBSCO): A […]
  19. MACP First Term Books
    Please note,  we cannot guarantee books for courses more than a term ahead (note that the first required book for 6104 “Foundations of Professional Psychology” is available for free in our online library in “EBSCO Academic” database). Please read carefully the What? Where? And When? concerning textbooks. Review the specific Counselling Psychology section Here are […]
  20. MACP, Book Review Essay Support
    The following entry concerns the Book Review assignment for PSYC 6153, Counselling Methodologies – Psychodynamic and Humanistic Modalities. The bullet points outline Information Strategies for gaining a sense of the variety of books reviews that are possible, and highlighting ways to obtain your own strategies for higher education. Instructor Feedback: If you are at all […]
  21. MACP, Finding Empirical Research
    Identifying types of research involves a combination of both knowledge of database features, as well as experience and education.  Here are some considerations. Database Functions: The easiest way to identify types of research is by using available database features, such as those in EBSCO Academic database.  For example, when you conduct a search for “Biopsychosocial”, […]
  22. MACP, Finding General Information in Journal Databases
    The search for general information for a presentation or project can be challenging in Journal databases. Journal databases are not like books, encyclopedias, or general glossaries. They tend to address specific interventions, developments, treatments, etc.  However, you do have strategies for finding an array of information within such resources. The example below addresses the question […]
  23. MACP, Nature vs Nurture Search Strategy
    The following searching advice provides some insight into how to search for the topic of “Nature vs Nurture”.  In this example, you will notice how a literal search for that exact phrase is less effective than conducting a Boolean search and also looking for additional, more specific scientific/technology terminology. 1.  We begin this search for […]
  24. Problem Linking to Course Readings
    Sometimes a link from a course site (syllabus) can be problematic for any number of technical reasons. In such cases, we ask students to do the following:  Right click the link, and open in a different tab. Try using a different web browser. Clear the browser’s ‘cache’ ( you can send a tech ticket to […]
  25. PSYC 6104, Finding the ebook titled “Respect Focused Therapy”
    This is a brief set of instructions for how to access the ebook “Respect Focused Therapy” from the library. The primary way to identify an ebook is by means of a simple search of our ​Discovery Service​ search option. This searches across our entire library collection. Click here for instructions
  26. PSYC 6104, REVEL access to special online resources from Pearson
    On occasion students will inquire about special access to resources associated with the Biopsychology textbook for 6104. Pearson does provide special online access to supportive resources via a service called REVEL.  This is not necessarily a freely accessible site, it may involve additional payment for special online access. However, we’ve provided the special links if […]
  27. PSYC 6203/DCP 8413 Ebook of the Ethics Casebook
    Sometimes there can be delays in the delivery of a print book from the bookstore for the Ethics Casebook. An ebook in PDF, however, is available from the CCPA publisher: If you already purchased the book from the Bookstore, follow these steps: Fill out the following Digital Copyright Agreement Then send both the Digital Copy […]
  28. PSYC 6223, Online Textbook and Videos Option
    The following information is directed to students taking PSYC 6223 who need access to the Group Counseling videos as opposed to purchasing the DVD from the bookstore.  You can purchase access to the videos online, however, it is important to note that it will be bundled with a temporary ebook. You cannot purchase them separately. […]
  29. Troubleshooting Library Access Issues
    Selecting a New Web Browser:  One of the easiest options for accessing our new system, if you’re having challenges, is trying a different web browser. You would select a browser that you have ‘not’ used previously for library or database research either for Yorkville University or for any other online libraries. Clearing your Browser’s “Cache/Cookies”: […]
  30. Webinar, Discovery Search Platform
    The following Webinar provides a basic orientation to the library’s new Discovery Service. This provides a basic understanding of how to search in our new library search engine, narrow results. It includes examples for when it is more effective to search individual databases, such as when you need to find specific research methodologies.
  31. Webinar, Zotero Bibliographic Software
    The following is a brief introduction to APA 7th edition supports, specifically using Zotero software for creating your own research library.