STUDENT LIBRARY

Welcome to the IEA College of TAFE Student Online Library, your gateway to a world of knowledge and resources right at your fingertips. As a student at IEA College, you have access to a comprehensive online library that utilizes some of the most popular and trusted digital resources available across four open source online libraries.

Online Library Portals

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Digital literary treasure trove

Wisdom Within Words

Digital Time Capsule Repository

How to Use the Online Library Portals

Open Library

1. Access the Website:

Visit the Open Library website by clicking the "EXPLORE OPEN LIBRARY" button.

2. Search for Books:

Use the search bar on the homepage to search for books by title, author, or subject. You can also browse books by category or explore featured collections.

3. Find the Book:

Once you've found the book you're interested in, click on its title to view its details.

4. Choose a Borrowing Option:

Depending on the availability of the book, you may have different borrowing options:
- If the book is available for borrowing, you can check it out immediately if you have an account with Open Library.
- If the book is not available for borrowing, you may still be able to read a limited preview or borrow a digital copy from participating libraries.

5. Create an Account (Optional): If you want to borrow books from Open Library, you may need to create a free account. This allows you to keep track of borrowed books and access additional features.

6. Read the Book:

Once you've borrowed a book, you can read it directly on the Open Library website using their online reader. You may also have the option to download the book in various formats for offline reading.

7. Return or Renew:

If you've borrowed a book, remember to return it on time to avoid late fees or penalties. Some books may also be eligible for renewal if you need more time to read them.

8. Explore Additional Features:

Open Library offers various additional features and resources, such as book reviews, community forums, and recommendations. Feel free to explore these features to enhance your reading experience.

That's it! Enjoy using Open Library to discover and read a wide range of books online.

Google Books

1. Access the Website:

Visit the Google Books website by clicking the "EXPLORE GOOGLE BOOKS" button.

2. Search for Books:

Use the search bar to search for books by title, author, topic, or keyword. You can also browse through categories and recommendations.

3. Preview Books:

Click on a book title from the search results to view its details. Many books offer a preview that allows you to read a portion of the book before deciding to purchase or borrow it.

4. Purchase or Borrow Books:

- If the book is available for purchase, you can buy it directly from Google Books. You'll be able to read the full book online or download it for offline reading.

- Some books are available for borrowing through Google's Partner Libraries. If a book is eligible for borrowing, you'll see an option to borrow it for a limited period.

5. Create an Account (Optional):

You may choose to create a Google account to access additional features, such as saving books to your library, syncing your reading progress across devices, and leaving reviews.

6. Read Books:

Once you've purchased or borrowed a book, you can read it online using the Google Books reader. You can also download books for offline reading on your mobile device or e-reader.

7. Explore Additional Features:

Google Books offers various additional features, such as personalized recommendations, book reviews, annotations, and the ability to highlight and take notes while reading.

8. Manage Your Library:

You can manage your library by organizing books into collections, marking books as read or unread, and removing books you no longer want to keep.

That's it! Enjoy using Google Books to discover, purchase, borrow, and read a wide range of books from your computer or mobile device.

Wiley Online Library

1. Access the Website:

Visit the Wiley Online Library website by clicking the "EXPLORE WILEY ONLINE LIBRARY " button.

2. Search for Content:

Use the search bar to search for content by title, author, keyword, or subject. You can also browse through categories or explore featured articles and publications.

3. View Content Details:

Click on a search result to view the details of the content, including the title, authors, abstract, and publication information.

4. Access Full Text:

- If the content is freely available, you can access the full text directly from the search results or content details page.

- If the content requires a subscription or purchase, you may need to log in with an institutional account or purchase access to the content.

5. Create an Account (Optional):

You may choose to create a free account on Wiley Online Library to access additional features, such as saving articles to your library, setting up alerts for new content, and managing your preferences.

6. Explore Additional Features:

Wiley Online Library offers various additional features and tools, such as citation tracking, reference linking, interactive figures, and supplementary materials. You can explore these features to enhance your research experience.

7. Download or Print:

Depending on the permissions granted by the publisher, you may have the option to download or print articles for offline reading or reference.

8. Cite and Share:

If you find a useful article, you can cite it in your research papers using the provided citation information. You can also share articles with colleagues or collaborators via email or social media.

That's it! Enjoy using Wiley Online Library to discover, access, and engage with a wide range of scholarly content in your field of interest.

Internet Archive

1. Access the Website:

Visit the Internet Archive website by clicking the "EXPLORE INTERNET ARCHIVE" button.

2. Search for Content:

Use the search bar on the homepage to search for content by title, author, keyword, or topic. You can also browse through collections and categories to discover content.

3. Explore Collections:

Internet Archive hosts a vast collection of digital materials, including books, audio recordings, videos, images, and software. Explore the different collections to find content that interests you.

4. View Item Details:

Click on a search result or item from a collection to view its details. This may include information about the creator, publication date, description, and related items.

5. Access and Borrow Books:

If you're looking for books, you can borrow digital copies from the lending library. Simply click on the "Borrow" button next to the book you want to borrow, and follow the prompts to create an account or sign in to borrow the book for a limited period.

6. Listen to Audio:

Internet Archive offers a wide range of audio recordings, including music, podcasts, radio shows, and more. You can listen to audio directly on the website or download it for offline listening.

7. Watch Videos:

Explore the video collections on Internet Archive to find movies, TV shows, documentaries, and other video content. You can stream videos online or download them for later viewing.

8. Download and Share:

Many items on Internet Archive are available for free download. If you find something you like, you can download it to your computer or mobile device and share it with others.

9. Contribute:

Internet Archive relies on contributions from users to expand its collections and preserve digital culture. You can contribute by uploading your own content or donating to support the organization's mission.

That's it! Enjoy using Internet Archive to discover, access, and preserve a wealth of digital content from around the world.

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