LibGuides: Start Your Research: Handouts

Library Handouts

The Library has a number of handouts and tip sheets to help you with your assignments. Explore the PDF files below or visit the New Westminster Library to pick up printed versions.

Research Handouts

AND / OR / NOT
Learn how to use Boolean language to effectively search library database.
Evaluate Websites
It's important to always evaluate sources before using them in an assignment. This guide gives some quick tips on what to look for in a website.
Journal Types
Learn the difference between academic, popular, and trade journals.
Scholarly Books
How to identify if a book is a scholarly book and counts as a scholarly resource. Please note, some instructors require only scholarly academic journals as sources. Always check with your instructor if you are unsure.

APA Handouts

APA Citation Guide
This guide contains information on how to create in-text and reference citations in APA 7th ed. format. For more examples, visit APA Online Guide
APA Citation Guide (Accessible Version)
An accessible version of the APA Citation Guide.
Annotated APA Sample Paper
APA Checklist
A short list of things to remember for: formatting, in-text citations, and reference citations.
APA Government Sources
How to cite government sources in APA.
Legal Citation
How to cite legal resources. Please note, legal resources do not follow APA citation style.
RefWorks
JIBC students and employees have free access to RefWorks, an online citation management and citation generator tool.

Miscellaneous Handouts

eBooks / Audiobooks
Learn how to access eBook and Audiobooks through the JIBC Library.
Library Sign In
Learn how to sign in to JIBC Library resources.