Library Research Tutorials

Dallas College Library Research Tutorials

Welcome to the Library's guide to our research tutorials. Please use the tabs above or the links below to find all of the library's tutorial videos. We are currently adding to our collection of videos--please check back often!

Research Basics

Research Basics

  • Introduction to Library Databases

  • Selecting Library Databases

  • Creating Effective Keywords for Searching Databases

  • Finding Articles in the Library Catalog

  • Finding Books and Ebooks in the Library Catalog

  • Understanding and Using Boolean Operators

  • Finding Open Access Resources in the Library Catalog

Web Research Resources

Web Research Resources

  • Google Scholar

  • Generative AI and Research

Featured Databases

Featured Databases

  • Academic OneFile

  • JSTOR

  • Gale OneFile: Fine Arts

  • Gale eBooks

  • SIRS Researcher

  • Opposing Viewpoints

Citation Format

Citation Format

  • APA Style and Citations

  • NoodleTools

  • MLA Style and Citations

  • Formatting an MLA Essay in Microsoft Word

Health Sciences Databases

Health Sciences Databases

  • CINAHL Complete

  • PubMed

  • Health Research Premium Collection

  • Medline Plus

  • Daily Med

Interactive Tutorials

Interactive Tutorials

  • Online Learning Commons Scavenger Hunt

  • Online Library Scavenger Hunt

  • Academic OneFile Guided Practice

  • Academic Integrity Interactive Tutorial

  • Strategic Searching Interactive Tutorial

  • MLA Citation Style Interactive Tutorial