Frequently Asked Questions
Finding articles
Which database should I be using?
How do I find the database passwords?
What do I do if the article I want to read does not include the full-text?
What is the difference between a scholarly article and a popular one?
How do I find a scholarly article?
Finding books
Does the WGU library have books available?
How do I find books to request?
What if the book I want isn't in LIBROS?
What about e-books?
How do I request a book?
How are books mailed to us?
How long can we keep the books?
Are there fees involved with requesting books?
How do I return the books?
Can I extend the due date for interlibrary loan?
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I find out what is going on?
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Why are there so many passwords???
How do I cite resources in my papers?
How do I find government information?
Finding Articles
Which database should I be using?
Unless you have a very specific medical, nursing, or business-related question, most students will have a lot of success beginning their research using the database Academic Search Complete. Academic Search Complete is a multidisciplinary database that contains scholarly and popular articles from a huge variety of journals and magazines. Many of the articles are available in full-text within the database.
For students doing business research, in addition to Academic Search Complete, try ABI/Inform.
Students needing nursing-related research should begin by using the database CINAHL.
Other health and medical-related information can be found by searching Medline with Full Text or Health Business Elite.
If you're needing to research education-related topics, Academic Search Complete is a good place to start. ERIC, the education database, is also a valuable resource.
How do I find the database passwords?
Your database passwords can be found by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "Resources" tab and then the link for "library" to view the most up-to-date password information.
What do I do if the article I want to read does not include the full-text?
Anytime you find an article in a database that doesn't include the full-text, simply request it for free through our interlibrary loan system. If you've never requested an article from interlibrary loan before, you'll need to register for an account first. Once you have an account, log in and click on the link to request an article. You'll need to fill out the citation information and then submit your request. It typically takes ILL about 24 hours to get you an electronic copy of an article you request. There is a link for interlibrary loan on the left side of the main library page.
What is the difference between a scholarly article and a popular one?
Scholarly journals exist to advance knowledge in a discipline by presenting new research findings. The articles are written and peer reviewed by scholars in specific fields of study. They go through a rigorous screening process and are considered more accurate than other articles. They build on previous research and provoke responses in the form of more research. You can choose to search only scholarly articles in the database you are searching by selecting the "scholarly" or "peer-reviewed" option on their interface.
Examples: American Historical Review, New England Journal of Medicine.
Popular magazines exist to inform, persuade, or entertain. Staff writers and freelance authors write the articles which tend to be informal and easy to read. The articles, from magazines or newspapers, are often accompanied by colorful, eye-catching illustrations. Popular magazines tend to be full of glossy ads and are widely available.
Examples: Time, Vogue, Newsweek.
How do I find a scholarly article?
Most of our databases make finding scholarly articles very easy. After you've logged in, look for limiters labed "scholarly articles" or "peer-reviewed journals" - if you click the checkbox you will narrow your search down to only scholarly items. If you have a question about whether something is scholarly, you can always contact your WGU librarians to help.
Finding Books
Does the WGU library have books available?
Yes, the WGU Library contracts with the University of New Mexico to provide WGU students with books through the mail.
How do I find books to request?
Before you request a book through ILL, you'll need to search for it using UNM's library catalog, called Libros, to make sure it is a book that UNM owns. If UNM does not own a particular title, we won't be able to get it for you from ILL. To search Libros, go to: libros.unm.edu/search~S7 or click on the Find Books link from the main library page.
When you find a book in the catalog that you want to request through ILL, please click on the title of the book to check for two things:
1) That the status of the item reads "Check Shelves" as opposed to having a due date listed. If a date is listed, the book is checked out and we won't be able to get it for you.
2) That the location code listed for the book reads CSEL, FAL, PML, or ZIM. These are the abbreviations for libraries at UNM. If you try to request a book that is at a different location, we won't be able to get it for you.
What if the book I want isn't in LIBROS?
If a book you want is not found in UNM's library catalog, we won't be able to get it for you from ILL. If that happens, try checking with your local public library to see if they can obtain the book for you. If you have a college or university in your area, you may also want to try contacting them to see if you can get the book from their library. A WGU librarian would be happy to help you find the closest copy to you or assist you in finding a substitute book that is available from UNM.
What about e-books?
At this time, we do not have an e-book collection for WGU students. We anticipate that we will have access to one by January of 2010. When you search for books in LIBROS to request through ILL, you will oftentimes see records for e-books; we cannot provide access to those for you as they are available only for UNM students.
How do I request a book?
To request a book, you'll need an interlibrary loan account. There is a link for interlibrary loan on the menu on the left side of the screen. Once you've registered for an account, log in and click on the link to request a Book/Loan. You'll need to fill out the citation information (you can find all of that using the LIBROS record for the book). You can have 4 books out at a time.
How are books mailed to us?
Books are mailed using UPS at no cost to you. You will also receive a prepaid mailer to use to return the book at no cost.
How long can we keep the books?
Depending on how long it takes UPS to deliver the book, you should have it for at least 3 weeks before it will be due.
Are there fees involved with Getting books?
No additional fees are charged for using interlibrary loan to request items. If you lose a book or do not return it, you will be charged for the item in addition to processing fees.
How do I return the books?
Your books will be sent to you with a prepaid return UPS mailer.
Can I renew interlibrary loan books?
If no one else has requested the book (and you ask to renew it before the due date), we can often renew it for you. There are fees for books not returned on time and additional penalties if they are lost.
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
No - most academic libraries do not purchase textbooks. For more information on acquiring texbooks, please visit
the WGU Purchasing Textbooks page. You can also try
sites like Amazon or Powells. If
you're
interested in renting textbooks, check out chegg and bookswim.
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I Find out what is going on?
The easiest way to check is to log back into your interlibrary loan account. Click on the link to view "Outstanding Requests" - you'll be able to see the status of anything you've requested. If ILL is unable to get a book you've requested, you will receive an email alerting you. If you have any questions about an item you've requested, contact us and we can figure out what is going on.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
What do I do if the article I want to read does not include the full-text?
Anytime you find an article in a database that doesn't include the full-text, simply request it for free through our interlibrary loan system. If you've never requested an article from interlibrary loan before, you'll need to register for an account first. Once you have an account, log in and click on the link to request an article. You'll need to fill out the citation information and then submit your request. It typically takes ILL about 24 hours to get you an electronic copy of an article you request. There is a link for interlibrary loan on the left side of the main library page.
What is the difference between a scholarly article and a popular one?
Scholarly journals exist to advance knowledge in a discipline by presenting new research findings. The articles are written and peer reviewed by scholars in specific fields of study. They go through a rigorous screening process and are considered more accurate than other articles. They build on previous research and provoke responses in the form of more research. You can choose to search only scholarly articles in the database you are searching by selecting the "scholarly" or "peer-reviewed" option on their interface.
Examples: American Historical Review, New England Journal of Medicine.
Popular magazines exist to inform, persuade, or entertain. Staff writers and freelance authors write the articles which tend to be informal and easy to read. The articles, from magazines or newspapers, are often accompanied by colorful, eye-catching illustrations. Popular magazines tend to be full of glossy ads and are widely available.
Examples: Time, Vogue, Newsweek.
How do I find a scholarly article?
Most of our databases make finding scholarly articles very easy. After you've logged in, look for limiters labed "scholarly articles" or "peer-reviewed journals" - if you click the checkbox you will narrow your search down to only scholarly items. If you have a question about whether something is scholarly, you can always contact your WGU librarians to help.
Finding Books
Does the WGU library have books available?
Yes, the WGU Library contracts with the University of New Mexico to provide WGU students with books through the mail.
How do I find books to request?
Before you request a book through ILL, you'll need to search for it using UNM's library catalog, called Libros, to make sure it is a book that UNM owns. If UNM does not own a particular title, we won't be able to get it for you from ILL. To search Libros, go to: libros.unm.edu/search~S7 or click on the Find Books link from the main library page.
When you find a book in the catalog that you want to request through ILL, please click on the title of the book to check for two things:
1) That the status of the item reads "Check Shelves" as opposed to having a due date listed. If a date is listed, the book is checked out and we won't be able to get it for you.
2) That the location code listed for the book reads CSEL, FAL, PML, or ZIM. These are the abbreviations for libraries at UNM. If you try to request a book that is at a different location, we won't be able to get it for you.
What if the book I want isn't in LIBROS?
If a book you want is not found in UNM's library catalog, we won't be able to get it for you from ILL. If that happens, try checking with your local public library to see if they can obtain the book for you. If you have a college or university in your area, you may also want to try contacting them to see if you can get the book from their library. A WGU librarian would be happy to help you find the closest copy to you or assist you in finding a substitute book that is available from UNM.
What about e-books?
At this time, we do not have an e-book collection for WGU students. We anticipate that we will have access to one by January of 2010. When you search for books in LIBROS to request through ILL, you will oftentimes see records for e-books; we cannot provide access to those for you as they are available only for UNM students.
How do I request a book?
To request a book, you'll need an interlibrary loan account. There is a link for interlibrary loan on the menu on the left side of the screen. Once you've registered for an account, log in and click on the link to request a Book/Loan. You'll need to fill out the citation information (you can find all of that using the LIBROS record for the book). You can have 4 books out at a time.
How are books mailed to us?
Books are mailed using UPS at no cost to you. You will also receive a prepaid mailer to use to return the book at no cost.
How long can we keep the books?
Depending on how long it takes UPS to deliver the book, you should have it for at least 3 weeks before it will be due.
Are there fees involved with Getting books?
No additional fees are charged for using interlibrary loan to request items. If you lose a book or do not return it, you will be charged for the item in addition to processing fees.
How do I return the books?
Your books will be sent to you with a prepaid return UPS mailer.
Can I renew interlibrary loan books?
If no one else has requested the book (and you ask to renew it before the due date), we can often renew it for you. There are fees for books not returned on time and additional penalties if they are lost.
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
No - most academic libraries do not purchase textbooks. For more information on acquiring texbooks, please visit
the WGU Purchasing Textbooks page. You can also try
sites like Amazon or Powells. If
you're
interested in renting textbooks, check out chegg and bookswim.
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I Find out what is going on?
The easiest way to check is to log back into your interlibrary loan account. Click on the link to view "Outstanding Requests" - you'll be able to see the status of anything you've requested. If ILL is unable to get a book you've requested, you will receive an email alerting you. If you have any questions about an item you've requested, contact us and we can figure out what is going on.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
Examples: American Historical Review, New England Journal of Medicine.
Popular magazines exist to inform, persuade, or entertain. Staff writers and freelance authors write the articles which tend to be informal and easy to read. The articles, from magazines or newspapers, are often accompanied by colorful, eye-catching illustrations. Popular magazines tend to be full of glossy ads and are widely available.
Examples: Time, Vogue, Newsweek.
Finding Books
Does the WGU library have books available?
Yes, the WGU Library contracts with the University of New Mexico to provide WGU students with books through the mail.
How do I find books to request?
Before you request a book through ILL, you'll need to search for it using UNM's library catalog, called Libros, to make sure it is a book that UNM owns. If UNM does not own a particular title, we won't be able to get it for you from ILL. To search Libros, go to: libros.unm.edu/search~S7 or click on the Find Books link from the main library page.
When you find a book in the catalog that you want to request through ILL, please click on the title of the book to check for two things:
1) That the status of the item reads "Check Shelves" as opposed to having a due date listed. If a date is listed, the book is checked out and we won't be able to get it for you.
2) That the location code listed for the book reads CSEL, FAL, PML, or ZIM. These are the abbreviations for libraries at UNM. If you try to request a book that is at a different location, we won't be able to get it for you.
What if the book I want isn't in LIBROS?
If a book you want is not found in UNM's library catalog, we won't be able to get it for you from ILL. If that happens, try checking with your local public library to see if they can obtain the book for you. If you have a college or university in your area, you may also want to try contacting them to see if you can get the book from their library. A WGU librarian would be happy to help you find the closest copy to you or assist you in finding a substitute book that is available from UNM.
What about e-books?
At this time, we do not have an e-book collection for WGU students. We anticipate that we will have access to one by January of 2010. When you search for books in LIBROS to request through ILL, you will oftentimes see records for e-books; we cannot provide access to those for you as they are available only for UNM students.
How do I request a book?
To request a book, you'll need an interlibrary loan account. There is a link for interlibrary loan on the menu on the left side of the screen. Once you've registered for an account, log in and click on the link to request a Book/Loan. You'll need to fill out the citation information (you can find all of that using the LIBROS record for the book). You can have 4 books out at a time.
How are books mailed to us?
Books are mailed using UPS at no cost to you. You will also receive a prepaid mailer to use to return the book at no cost.
How long can we keep the books?
Depending on how long it takes UPS to deliver the book, you should have it for at least 3 weeks before it will be due.
Are there fees involved with Getting books?
No additional fees are charged for using interlibrary loan to request items. If you lose a book or do not return it, you will be charged for the item in addition to processing fees.
How do I return the books?
Your books will be sent to you with a prepaid return UPS mailer.
Can I renew interlibrary loan books?
If no one else has requested the book (and you ask to renew it before the due date), we can often renew it for you. There are fees for books not returned on time and additional penalties if they are lost.
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
No - most academic libraries do not purchase textbooks. For more information on acquiring texbooks, please visit
the WGU Purchasing Textbooks page. You can also try
sites like Amazon or Powells. If
you're
interested in renting textbooks, check out chegg and bookswim.
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I Find out what is going on?
The easiest way to check is to log back into your interlibrary loan account. Click on the link to view "Outstanding Requests" - you'll be able to see the status of anything you've requested. If ILL is unable to get a book you've requested, you will receive an email alerting you. If you have any questions about an item you've requested, contact us and we can figure out what is going on.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
When you find a book in the catalog that you want to request through ILL, please click on the title of the book to check for two things:
1) That the status of the item reads "Check Shelves" as opposed to having a due date listed. If a date is listed, the book is checked out and we won't be able to get it for you.
2) That the location code listed for the book reads CSEL, FAL, PML, or ZIM. These are the abbreviations for libraries at UNM. If you try to request a book that is at a different location, we won't be able to get it for you.
What if the book I want isn't in LIBROS?
If a book you want is not found in UNM's library catalog, we won't be able to get it for you from ILL. If that happens, try checking with your local public library to see if they can obtain the book for you. If you have a college or university in your area, you may also want to try contacting them to see if you can get the book from their library. A WGU librarian would be happy to help you find the closest copy to you or assist you in finding a substitute book that is available from UNM.
What about e-books?
At this time, we do not have an e-book collection for WGU students. We anticipate that we will have access to one by January of 2010. When you search for books in LIBROS to request through ILL, you will oftentimes see records for e-books; we cannot provide access to those for you as they are available only for UNM students.
How do I request a book?
To request a book, you'll need an interlibrary loan account. There is a link for interlibrary loan on the menu on the left side of the screen. Once you've registered for an account, log in and click on the link to request a Book/Loan. You'll need to fill out the citation information (you can find all of that using the LIBROS record for the book). You can have 4 books out at a time.
How are books mailed to us?
Books are mailed using UPS at no cost to you. You will also receive a prepaid mailer to use to return the book at no cost.
How long can we keep the books?
Depending on how long it takes UPS to deliver the book, you should have it for at least 3 weeks before it will be due.
Are there fees involved with Getting books?
No additional fees are charged for using interlibrary loan to request items. If you lose a book or do not return it, you will be charged for the item in addition to processing fees.
How do I return the books?
Your books will be sent to you with a prepaid return UPS mailer.
Can I renew interlibrary loan books?
If no one else has requested the book (and you ask to renew it before the due date), we can often renew it for you. There are fees for books not returned on time and additional penalties if they are lost.
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
No - most academic libraries do not purchase textbooks. For more information on acquiring texbooks, please visit
the WGU Purchasing Textbooks page. You can also try
sites like Amazon or Powells. If
you're
interested in renting textbooks, check out chegg and bookswim.
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I Find out what is going on?
The easiest way to check is to log back into your interlibrary loan account. Click on the link to view "Outstanding Requests" - you'll be able to see the status of anything you've requested. If ILL is unable to get a book you've requested, you will receive an email alerting you. If you have any questions about an item you've requested, contact us and we can figure out what is going on.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
How do I request a book?
To request a book, you'll need an interlibrary loan account. There is a link for interlibrary loan on the menu on the left side of the screen. Once you've registered for an account, log in and click on the link to request a Book/Loan. You'll need to fill out the citation information (you can find all of that using the LIBROS record for the book). You can have 4 books out at a time.
How are books mailed to us?
Books are mailed using UPS at no cost to you. You will also receive a prepaid mailer to use to return the book at no cost.
How long can we keep the books?
Depending on how long it takes UPS to deliver the book, you should have it for at least 3 weeks before it will be due.
Are there fees involved with Getting books?
No additional fees are charged for using interlibrary loan to request items. If you lose a book or do not return it, you will be charged for the item in addition to processing fees.
How do I return the books?
Your books will be sent to you with a prepaid return UPS mailer.
Can I renew interlibrary loan books?
If no one else has requested the book (and you ask to renew it before the due date), we can often renew it for you. There are fees for books not returned on time and additional penalties if they are lost.
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
No - most academic libraries do not purchase textbooks. For more information on acquiring texbooks, please visit
the WGU Purchasing Textbooks page. You can also try
sites like Amazon or Powells. If
you're
interested in renting textbooks, check out chegg and bookswim.
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I Find out what is going on?
The easiest way to check is to log back into your interlibrary loan account. Click on the link to view "Outstanding Requests" - you'll be able to see the status of anything you've requested. If ILL is unable to get a book you've requested, you will receive an email alerting you. If you have any questions about an item you've requested, contact us and we can figure out what is going on.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
How long can we keep the books?
Depending on how long it takes UPS to deliver the book, you should have it for at least 3 weeks before it will be due.
Are there fees involved with Getting books?
No additional fees are charged for using interlibrary loan to request items. If you lose a book or do not return it, you will be charged for the item in addition to processing fees.
How do I return the books?
Your books will be sent to you with a prepaid return UPS mailer.
Can I renew interlibrary loan books?
If no one else has requested the book (and you ask to renew it before the due date), we can often renew it for you. There are fees for books not returned on time and additional penalties if they are lost.
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
No - most academic libraries do not purchase textbooks. For more information on acquiring texbooks, please visit
the WGU Purchasing Textbooks page. You can also try
sites like Amazon or Powells. If
you're
interested in renting textbooks, check out chegg and bookswim.
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I Find out what is going on?
The easiest way to check is to log back into your interlibrary loan account. Click on the link to view "Outstanding Requests" - you'll be able to see the status of anything you've requested. If ILL is unable to get a book you've requested, you will receive an email alerting you. If you have any questions about an item you've requested, contact us and we can figure out what is going on.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
How do I return the books?
Your books will be sent to you with a prepaid return UPS mailer.
Can I renew interlibrary loan books?
If no one else has requested the book (and you ask to renew it before the due date), we can often renew it for you. There are fees for books not returned on time and additional penalties if they are lost.
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
No - most academic libraries do not purchase textbooks. For more information on acquiring texbooks, please visit
the WGU Purchasing Textbooks page. You can also try
sites like Amazon or Powells. If
you're
interested in renting textbooks, check out chegg and bookswim.
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I Find out what is going on?
The easiest way to check is to log back into your interlibrary loan account. Click on the link to view "Outstanding Requests" - you'll be able to see the status of anything you've requested. If ILL is unable to get a book you've requested, you will receive an email alerting you. If you have any questions about an item you've requested, contact us and we can figure out what is going on.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
Can I request a textbook from interlibrary loan?
No - most academic libraries do not purchase textbooks. For more information on acquiring texbooks, please visit
the WGU Purchasing Textbooks page. You can also try
sites like Amazon or Powells. If
you're
interested in renting textbooks, check out chegg and bookswim.
I ordered books or articles and have yet to receive them. How do I Find out what is going on?
The easiest way to check is to log back into your interlibrary loan account. Click on the link to view "Outstanding Requests" - you'll be able to see the status of anything you've requested. If ILL is unable to get a book you've requested, you will receive an email alerting you. If you have any questions about an item you've requested, contact us and we can figure out what is going on.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
E-Reserves
Where do I find my e-reserves password?
You can find your password by logging into your my.wgu.edu portal. Click on the "resources" tab followed by the link for "library".
I'm having trouble getting a pdf on e-reserve to download. What should I do?
1. Try switching to the Firefox browser if you're using Internet Explorer - Explorer seems to have more problems opening pdfs than Firefox.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
2. If you still want to use Internet Explorer (IE), be sure your Adobe Acrobat Viewer is configured correctly for it. The default configuration for Adobe Acrobat is what generally causes problems.
Open up Adobe Acrobat
Click on Edit / Preferences
Click on Internet under the Categories list
If "Display PDF in browser" has a check in the box, UNCHECK
If "Display PDF in browser" is unchecked, CHECK
Click OK
Restart your PC and try to open the PDF again.
3.Reload the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat to your PC.
4. If you have Norton or security software or a firewall, allow:
wgu.edu
unm.edu
docutek.com
5. Try using another PC, if there is one available in your area.
Getting help
Can I speak with a librarian?
Absolutely! We're here to help. Just click on the Contact a Librarian link on any of the main library pages to get in touch with us!
Do you have tutorials that can help me with all of this?
Yes - check out our tutorial page to see what is available; and don't forget if you have any questions, your WGU librarians are always happy to help.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
Do you have any advice for people just getting started with their research?
Be imaginative and innovative with the keywords you use, whether it is in an Ebsco database, ABI/Inform or a Web search engine like Google. If one keyword does not retrieve enough hits, try another keyword/synonym for your topic.
Miscellaneous
How do I know if a website I'm using is credible?
Check out these helpful resources that point out how to evaluate websites for credibility:
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
Johns Hopkins University's Evaluating Information Found on the Internet
Cornell University's 5 Criteria for Evaluating Web Pages
Why are there so many passwords???
Passwords are required by our database vendors. The databases are licensed to libraries and therefore we need to enter passwords, unless the vendor can be given a static IP address. There is a workaround to this through "proxy servers," where the passwords or IP addresses are imbedded in the system and the process becomes seamless to the user. You would then just enter one password, which would be much less cumbersome. The Library is in the process of negotiating with the administration about this. Hopefully it will be resolved in the near future.
How do I cite resources in my papers?
All papers requiring research are written according to a particular "style manual" designated by instructors, faculty or publishers. WGU requests that you use the APA Style Manual. APA style should be used consistently throughout each task submitted in Taskstream, all research papers, capstones, and any other material sent for grading to WGU.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)
How do I find government information?
Take a look at our government information page to help you find and identify relevant government publications.
The following pages provide a great deal of information about citing in APA format.
APA Formating and Style Guide - The OWL at Purdue
APA Online (American Psychological Association)
APA Style Essentials (Vanguard University of Southern California)