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What is MyOpenLibrary?

This service is in the process of being withdrawn, although there are still some modules currently using it.

MyOpenLibrary (MOL) provides students and associate lecturers with a small range of electronic library resources selected for their relevance to particular modules by module teams and library staff. These can include: e-journals, e-books, databases, reference materials and web links. This collection will vary depending on your study materials. In addition, there is also the option for you to choose from a list of further subject-related resources and build a personalised collection of library resources. MOL allows you to:

  • Gather all YOUR important module resources together in one place.
  • Add your own "favourite" resources.

MOL advantages:

  • No more trying to remember which were useful databases/electronic journals last time.
  • Saves you time and reduces information overload.
  • Quick - no need to search for the module resources every time.
  • Access MyOpenLibrary from home, at work, at a library or Internet cafe. You can access MyOpenLibrary from any computer with Internet access in the following ways:
  • Connect directly to MyOpenLibrary
  • Or navigate to MyOpenLibrary via your student homepage, try 'Personal links' or your module website. Please note that not all modules decide to provide a MyOpenLibrary service. If your module does, you will find the link on the above pages.

     

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