Study Tools

George Brown College’s Library Learning Commons (LLC) provides study tools to help you with your research and to improve your research skills.

Use the menus on the left side of this page to locate the study tools you need. If you're not sure which study tools to use, check our descriptions below.

• APA / MLA Guides: How do I cite my sources? What is APA and MLA? Find out here.
   
• Assignment Tips: Find tips on how to get started, which resources are available, informative internet sites, and much more...
   
• Avoiding Plagiarism: What is plagiarism? How do I avoid it? Find out here.
   
• LC Call Numbers: How do I find books in the library? What is a call number? Where do I find the Nursing books? Find out here.
• LLC Handouts: The LLC has quick guides and useful handouts, such as the Basics of APA/MLA citations. Find them all here.
   
• Library Catalogue Search Tips: Learn how to find items in the Library Catalogue. These search tips will introduce you to the skills required to conduct effective searches using keywords, authors or titles.
   
• Research Guides:  What database should I use? What books do you recommend? Check out our subject guides to find the best resources in your subject area.
   
• Research Process: My essay is due tomorrow. Where do I start?! Check out this guide to finding and using information for your college research and assignments.
   
• Tutorials: These tutorials cover a variety of research skills and are designed to allow you to learn on your own, at your own pace, at any time that is convenient to you.

Library staff are here to help you succeed. Please contact us in person, by TTY, phone, e-mail, or via chat if you have any questions.