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Alafaya Branch is closed until May 1. A staff member tested positive for COVID-19, so out of an abundance of caution, the branch will be closed while it undergoes a deep cleaning. We plan to reopen the branch on Saturday, May 1. The book drop will remain open for customers to return materials during the closure. 

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Academic OneFile Select (Gale)

Find the journal and magazine articles you need for your research paper using Gale Academic OneFile Select. This database provides access to full text journal articles, abstracts, and general interest magazines in the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Science and Technology.  It also provides access to multimedia sources covering national and global news sources. Your reseach topic is covered with Gale Academic OneFile Select.  Draft an amazing research paper with quality sources and bibliographic citations. Be sure to create your individual account profile to save your searches.

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Acceda Noticias provides Web-based access to the complete electronic editions of more than 20 Spanish-language newspapers published in major U.S. cities from Florida to California. It also includes tens of thousands of current and archived full-text articles from other news sources and complete electronic newspaper editions across Argentina, Brazil, Chile, China, Columbia, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, and Spain.

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Big Interview

Big Interview's powerful video tutorials and virtual interview practice software will help you learn key concepts, build confidence, and prepare for your interview.  Created by one of the top interview coaches in the US, Big Interview gives you the advantage you need to land your dream job.

Books and Authors (Gale)

Books & Authors brings ease, authority and fun to the question of "what do I read next?" This resource can also be used to enhance the experience of the book you are reading; dig deeper into its themes and origins; or learn how the author's life and times contributed to the work.

Computer Science (Gale OneFile)

Use this database to find computer-related product introductions, news and reviews in areas such as hardware, software, electronics, engineering, communications and the application of technology.

Critical Insights: Authors

This series focuses on an author's entire body of work, providing literary criticism and biographical information. Authors included are: William Faulkner, Zora Neale Hurston, Barbara Kingsolver, Cormac McCarthy, Alice Walker, and Tennessee Williams.

Critical Survey of Graphic Novels: History, Theme, & Technique

Essays covering themes and concepts of graphic novels, including genres, time periods, foreign language traditions, social relevance, and craftsmanship such as penciling and inking.

Critical Survey of Graphic Novels: Independents & Underground Classics

In-depth insight for over 215 of the most popular and studied graphic novels. Researchers will be familiar with the characters and stories included in this collection, yet will gain a deeper understanding, as the literary nature of the stories is presented in critical format by leading writers in the field.

Critical Survey of Graphic Novels: Manga

In-depth insight for over 55 of the most popular manga graphic novels, ranging from metaseries to stand-alone books; focusing on translated works that have been particularly influential in the development of the manga tradition.

Educator’s Reference Complete (Gale OneFile)

A comprehensive resource covers multiple levels of education from preschool to college and includes virtually every educational specialty, such as bilingual studies; health; academic, public, and school librarianship, technology and testing. The resource also includes information on issues related to administration, funding and policy in education. A one-stop resource for educators and education students, providing relevant and timely information for studies as well as detailed, comprehensive data for those already working in the field.Provides instant access to more than 1,100 periodicals that cover a wide range of subjects as well as 200 reports from the United States Department of Education and full-text results for nearly half of the titles cited in ERIC. The database is updated daily and provides 24-hour access from school or home. All articles published 1980 to present day.

El Sentinel de Orlando (NewsBank)
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El Sentinel is a weekly Spanish newspaper published in Orlando for the Central Florida area. This database offers access to full-text articles from 2001 to the present. Quick access is provided for browsing a selected issue or you may search for an article by any words in the text or a variety of other options.

Encyclopedia of Careers and Vocational Guidance

Includes on-the-job interviews with professionals and provides additional reading on industry issues and history, useful Web sites, industry jargon, and much more. Also includes information on interviewing, job hunting, networking and writing resumes. Information on using social networking sites for job-hunting and electronic resumes is included.

Ferguson's Career Guidance Center

Ferguson’s Career Guidance Center, a comprehensive job/industry/career database, is broken down into three main sections covering Jobs and Industry Profiles; Job Hunting and Workplace Skills; and Career and Industry Resources. Videos present essential career information on specific jobs, industries, and skills. The Jobs section contains information on sixteen industry clusters. The Skills section gives advice on applying for a job, acing an interview, and behaving professionally. Sample résumés and cover letters are also included. The Resources section includes information about apprenticeships and internships to help you realize and eventually attain your career goals.

Search for vocational/technical, undergraduate, graduate, and nursing schools using the College Planning and Financial Aid section. Find information on choosing a major, getting into the college of your choice and applying for student loans.

The Career Interest Assessment allows you to discover occupations and industries that are best suited to your personal interests and strengths.

Click on Career Opportunities News to get advice and insight from career counselors and human resource specialists on presenting your best professional image.

As an added feature, be sure to create a login to access your personal folder that will save your career guidance searches.

Gardening and Horticulture (Gale OneFile)

Gale OneFile: Gardening and Horticulture focuses on the practical aspects and the scientific theory of horticulture studies. Gardening and Horticulture offers biotechnologists, farmers, hobbyists, and landscape architects access to important content relevant to their pursuits.

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