Use the tabs across the top of the page to navigate through the different sections of this guide. It will help you locate information on your research assignment. If you have questions, feel free to send me an email, and don't forget to visit library.austincc.edu for everything you need to know about ACC Library Services!
There are several types of information available to English students through the ACC libraries, both in print form and electronically. The tabs along the top of the page provide details on the different types of resources listed below:
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Books and e-Books |
You can find a good selection of literature and literary criticism in our book collection. A book can provide detailed background and in-depth historical information about any given topic. |
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Reference Books and e-Books |
This covers encyclopedias, atlases, and other resources that are referred to for specific information. Go to these for definitions, shorter explanations, historical and biographical sketches. |
| AV Materials | Documentaries, educational videos...we have thousands in both DVD and streaming video format. |
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Articles |
Articles from journals, magazines, and major newspapers are the primary sources for research on recently published works. ACC databases can help connect you to these articles. |
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Websites |
The internet can provide a lot of useful of information, if you know how to evaluate the reliable from the unreliable! Government sources and professional organizations can be good starting points. |
