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COM 101 • Human Communication: Looking @ OneSearch

Library resources & information for Professor Petit's COM 101 class.

OneSearch

OneSearch is a research discovery tool searching a full-range of Archer Library's databases (e.g., journals and articles), eBooks, catalog (physical items), and the OhioLINK catalog, with a single search. It will help you locate books, articles, eBooks, and available media.

OneSearch is a useful first step for your research. It can save time and may lead you to sources otherwise overlooked. It is also a great option when you think you have exhausted all other sources.


Sign-In to OneSearch

Take time to sign in to OneSearch to view complete search results and access your library account. When prompted, click sign in and select AU User Login; OneSearch uses your AU credentials.

OneSearch Sign in screen grab

Working with OneSearch


OneSearch • Everything

This OneSearch Everything search for social media filter bubbles returned 419 results that included: availability status (online, peer-reviewed journals, and open access), Library (Archer Library & Seminary Library), a detailed breakdown of resource type (books, articles, audio, and images), and options for refining results.

Search results featured below were initiated from OneSearch on the library home page.

 

OneSearch screen grab


OneSearch • Simple Search

When conducting a simple search, resource location will auto-populate as the search term is entered. Options in this example include Everything, Ashland University Library Catalog, OhioLINK Libraries, Articles, eBooks, & More, and Course Reserves.  This simple search for everything returned 1,118 results.

social media filter bubble OneSearch screen grab

 

 

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