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https://libguides.ccac.edu/ClaytorTravel
After today, you should be able to:
- Connect to and navigate the research guide
- Setup/refresh NoodleTools account for MLA
- Navigate several research databases to find articles & books
- Explore some travel-related websites
- Know where to go for help
Find books, articles, videos, and more from a single search box.
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MasterFILE Premier Search general interest magazines, books, primary source documents, and images.
eBooks for Travel
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Travel eBooks
Here's an example search that shows books from the "travel" category.
Example searches:
- travel and Paris
- travel and Asia
- travel and hiking
Websites
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CIA World Factbook - Countries of the World
The World Factbook provides information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for countries of the world.
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Explore Europe
This "Explore Europe" page by travel expert & tour planner Rick Steves offers a wealth of information about European countries, travel highlights, planning tips, and more.
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TripAdvisor
Use TripAdvisor to explore new destinations, find things to do, and places to stay.
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Google Flights
Use the Google Flights tool to check flight availability and costs.
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Amtrak
Explore travel options by train with Amtrak.
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NoodleTools An online "works cited" and "reference list" tool for both MLA and APA citation styles. This tool walks students through the process of documenting elements of a citation and allows students to generate MLA and APA bibliographies. Students can create folders and store citations for multiple projects. Provided by NoodleTools. PDF Guide Watch our Noodletools tips on YouTube
Reference librarians are available at each campus library to help you take advantage of the broad array of print and electronic resources available to you through the CCAC Libraries. For example, a librarian can help you:
- Select and focus a research topic.
- Devise an effective research strategy.
- Locate relevant books, articles, and other information sources.
- Evaluate the quality of resources.
- Use research tools such as the library catalog and our many periodical databases.
- Obtain materials not available on-campus.
- Cite and document resources using a style guide like MLA or APA.
Chat with Us!
Chat with one of our librarians to get library and research help. Our chat service is typically available during regular business hours.
Make an Appointment
Schedule an online appointment with a librarian for a personalized research session. Select a date & time that works for you and we will schedule your Zoom session!
Email Us
We can also be reached through email. Send your questions to library@ccac.edu
Questions will be answered within 24 hours, Monday - Friday.
Check our FAQ
Search our frequently asked questions (FAQ) page to see if your question is covered. If it's not, get in touch with us using one of the options found on this page.
Submit a Question
You can use our online form to send us a question.
Questions will be answered within 24 hours, Monday - Friday.
Send Us a Text Message Question
Prefer to contact us via text message? Text your library questions to (412) 312-3206 to get help from the library.
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