Articles by author: Evelyn Smith

  • New PsycTESTS Database Expands Access to Psychological Assessment Tools for Brock Researchers.

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    PsycTESTS is a research database that provides access to psychological tests, measures, scales, surveys, and other commercial and non-commercial assessments.  Brock researchers will find descriptive summaries of each test, its development and administration.  Researchers will be happy to know that many of the tests are available in full-text, which can be an expensive obstacle for those conducting research in the behavioural sciences. The PsycTESTS database works seamlessly with the PsycINFO database so researchers can easily access measures that are were used in previous studies for their own research.

    Browse the PsycTESTS database today!

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  • New Resource: eMarketer Pro

    eMarketer is widely regarded as the first place to look for research about marketing in a digital world.  eMarketer PRO is relied on by companies, business professionals, colleges, and universities worldwide to understand marketing trends, consumer behavior and get the data needed to succeed in the competitive and fast-changing digital economy.

    You can access eMarketer PRO to:

    • Answer specific questions and access data about digital related topics, i.e. how much time do millennials spend with online video?
    • Get deeper insight on digital topics, i.e. what are pros and cons of developing mobile apps vs mobile websites?
    • Benchmark marketing effectiveness across channels, devices, formats, and industries.

    Contact your liaison librarian to learn more!

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  • Students Wanted!

    Focus group call for participants

    Students! We want to hear from you! What do you think about the Library’s online tutorials and workshops? We are looking for a few students to share their thoughts in a one-hour focus group—and we’ll give you a $20 Brock Card for your time. Join us for some treats and conversation on Monday, March 19 at 10am in TH 253. Interested? 

    Sign up here or contact Amanda at apemberton@brocku.ca for more information.  

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  • Now Online! DSM 5

     

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    Previously only available in print, Brock researchers now have unlimited online access to the 5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical manual of Mental Disorders.  The DSM 5 is the most comprehensive, current, and critical resource for clinical practice and research.  It is used by health professionals, social workers, forensic and legal specialists to diagnose and classify mental disorders. The Library’s subscription also comes with full-text access to the Handbook of Differential Diagnosis and Clinical Cases.

    This online resource will appeal to Brock researchers in Psychology, Child and Youth Studies, Applied Disability Studies, Health Sciences, Linguistics and others. Try it now or Contact your liaison librarian to learn more!

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  • New Resource: SAGE Research Methods Online

    Sage Research Methods Online search boxSAGE Research Methods is an online collection of books, videos and other full-text materials that provide authoritative information on how to perform hundreds of research methods. This innovative online resource helps students and researchers across the social, behavioral, and health sciences to design research projects, understand methods or identify new methods, conduct research, and write up their findings.

    Try SAGE Research Methods Online today! Contact your liaison librarian for more information.

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  • New Resource: Curio.ca

     

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    Image from Anne (2017)

    Dive into Curio.ca and explore the rich collection of streaming video and audio from CBC and Radio-Canada.  From The Nature of Things and Stratford Festival Productions, to the 2017 reboot of Anne of Green Gables, Curio.ca offers a wide variety of content to use in and outside the classroom.  This new subscription offers access to thousands of videos and the ability to create playlists and highlight segments for closer analysis.

    For more information, please contact your Liaison Librarian.

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  • Kudos to David Sharron, Brock University Archivist

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    Brock University Librarian, Mark Robertson is pictured presenting the OLA Archival and Preservation Achievement Award to David Sharron on February 1, 2018

    David Sharron, Head of Archives and Special Collections at the Gibson Library was recently awarded the Ontario Library Association’s Archival and Preservation Achievement Award. We are very proud of David’s accomplishments and thankful for his contributions to the University and the Niagara community. Learn more.

     

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  • On Display: Fair Dealing Week / Freedom to Read Week

    This week, libraries across Canada are celebrating Freedom to Read Week and Fair Dealing Week. The Gibson Library is supporting this initiative through social media and with two new exhibits in the Learning Commons’ display cases.

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  • Laptop Loan Service Coming to an End

    The Library’s laptop loan service has seen a significant decline in usage over the years, especially as personal laptop ownership by students has dramatically increased. After reviewing the program, the Library has decided to discontinue lending laptops. This will take effect as of May 1st.

    The Library will be investing in new desktop computers over the spring and summer of 2018.

    If you have any concerns, please contact libhelp@brocku.ca

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  • More Access: Human Kinetics Journals

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    You asked for more and we’ve delivered! The Library now licenses all 29 journals from Human Kinetics, the world’s foremost information provider in physical activity and allied health fields. This content is available through many of our databases including CINAHL, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Sport Discus and SuperSearch. Have a look today!

    Contact your Liaison Librarian if you’d like more information.

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