How to do Research for College Assignments

Illustrated instructions on how to use in-text citations and format reference list entries according to APA style guidelines

Online guide to searching library databases from the LLC website

Learn what peer review is, how to distinguish between scholarly and non-scholarly sources, and where to find scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles in the LLC's database collection

Learn how to find a topic, create research questions, and pick keywords to search for information

This online guide covers types of plagiarism and helpful strategies for following BVC's academic honesty policies

Use the books, websites, handouts and tips in this guide to help you improve your grammar, learn about essay writing, use APA style for citations, and more

Find what you need to know in the LLC's searchable FAQs

This guide provides information and links to free mobile applications for accessing library databases and ebooks, improving your productivity, and studying​ for your coursework on your smartphone or other mobile device