Video Tutorials

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Databases: Advanced Search

This video shows you how to use the advanced search feature in the databases, including how to use Boolean Commands to link keywords together. 

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Databases: Browsing Issues

This video introduces the "browse issues" feature in the databases. This is a great feature to use when you are struggling to decide on a research topic. It is also a great starting point for some initial background research on your chosen topic. 

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Databases: Citation

This video shows you where to find the citations for any source in the databases. Let the database do the citation work for you and never consult another citation style guide again! 

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Databases: Highlights & Notes

This video provides an overview of the highlight and notes feature within the databases. Don't forget to download your notes before closing out of the databases!

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Databases: Peterson's Career Prep

This video provides a brief introduction and overview of the Peterson's Career Prep database. You can use this database to create your resume, explore potential career options, and search for colleges that meet your criteria. 

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Google Image Search: Creative Commons

Did you know that not all Google Images are free to use? This video walks you through how to search for images that exist under creative commons licenses (aka videos you can use in a project). Remember to still give credit for the images you use!

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Searching the Library Catalog for Books

This video shows you how to search the catalog to find books! Please note that catalog access is only available in-network, so you cannot access the catalog from home. 

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Audiobooks & eBooks on Overdrive

Learn how to use your Boston Public Library eCard to download free audiobooks and eBooks!