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Mission College LibraryLibrary Handouts

The following handouts give tips, suggestions, and resources for research and study. They may be printed out from your computer. Note that the handouts open in a new window.

  • About OneSearch Guide
  • Citing Sources: APA Style Two Page Summary
  • Citing Sources: MLA Style Booklet
  • Citing Sources: MLA Style Two Page Summary
  • Evaluating Books and Articles for Academic Use 
  • Evaluating Web Pages for Academic Work
  • Narrowing Topics and Focused Questions
  • NoodleTools: Creating Bibliographic Citations with NoodleTools
  • NoodleTools: How to Copy Preformatted Database Citations into NoodleTools
  • Summary of the Library of Congress Classification System
  • Types of Periodicals
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  • Friday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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  • Closed: November 10; November 23-25

Librarian Research Assistance Hours

Librarian research assistance is available in person or by phone (408.855.5151) during open hours or online by clicking on the Live Chat/Zoom button during the hours listed below.

  • Monday: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Thursday: 5 p.m. - 7p.m.
  • Closed: November 23
Live Chat/Zoom

Use the Research Help Request Form any time to request assistance and a librarian will respond during open or live chat/Zoom hours.

For questions regarding checked-out materials, fines, or hold/reserves, email mc.circ@wvm.edu, or call (408) 855-5150 during open hours.

FAQs

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Contact Us

We’re here to help. Contact us if you have questions.

  • Michele Speck, Department Chair
  • John Schoppert, Director of Library & Learning Support Services
  • Valerie Jensen, Dean of Academic Services
  • Tina Cheng, Administrative Specialist
  • Complete List of Library Staff and Faculty
Contact Us

(408) 855-5007
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Santa Clara, CA 95054-

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