DIRECTIONS
- Locate two (2) encyclopedia articles from either the Gale Virtual Reference Library or the Library Catalog or MEGASearch on your topic.
- Email the articles to yourself with the MLA citation (compatible with Gale Virtual Reference Center and MEGASearch).
Online Reference Resource
Begin your career exploration by gathering background information or getting the "big picture" first.
- Gale Virtual Reference Library (formerly Gale ebooks) This link opens in a new windowSpecialized encyclopedias and dictionaries on the arts, business, education, environment, history, law, medicine, science and social science
MegaSearch
Search the Catalog
For locating books, e-books, and DVDs that are specific to your topic, it is important to utilize the Library Catalog for your search.
Search the Library Catalog by word, subject, author title, call number, local call number
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NOTE: In general, books about Biology and Genetic Disorders can be found on the library shelves in the following sections: QH Biology QH Genetics
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Tips for searching the catalog:
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- USE simple words or phrases, like "genetic disorder" or "Cystic fibrosis"
- AVOID typing in long phrases. (See what happens when you type in "What are the most common genetic disorders?")
- Find books at a specific campus by clicking LOCATION.
- Or request books from another campus by clicking REQUEST.
- You can also used an advanced keyword search by clicking advanced key word search