Hello Everyone,
I want to talk to you about a new database that we have on trial called CredoReference. Credo uses about 190 reference books to provide people with introductory information on any given topic. This is different from Wikipedia. As you probably received the lecture time and time again from the reference librarians and professors, anyone from John Doe to Joe the plumber, could write and change information on Wikipedia. Consequently, many professors don't like students using Wikipedia because it is hard to verify the veracity of the information.
I know some students are addicted to Wikipedia and use it regularly despite this issue. Don't worry. I'm not going to give you the lecture again or criticize you for using it. Instead, I am going to tell you to try Credo. Everything there is legitimate and verified.
Plus, there is a really cool feature called the concept map. Say your professor gives you a topic that you have no clue what he or she is talking about, or you cannot seem to find anything about your topic, clicking on the concept map will link your topic to things closely related to your topic. In addition, it gives you a visual representation of the topic--take a look at the picture.(Double click on the picture, so you could take a closer look!!!) It also keeps track of your past research.
Mind you, this is only a trial, and access to it may be gone any day now. If you like it, however, tell us!!! Although we would love to get every database under the sun to help you with your research, we have a responsibility to use our funding wisely to benefit as many students as possible. Input from professors, students, and staff is one of the few ways we have to decide whether to obtain a database for students. If you are like me and am head over heels in love with this database or if you do not like it, let us know at libraryhelp@maryu.marywood.edu.
Until next time,
Erin:)
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