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HCC Libraries

@HCCLibraries

Tweets from the Houston City College Libraries.

 Houston, Texas
library.hccs.edu
Joined February 2010
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#StudyTips
Study with Dewey & Booker - Relate to Real Life: connect the material to real-world examples to make it more relevant.

ALT Study with Dewey & Booker - Relate to Real Life: connect the material to real-world examples to make it more relevant.

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Study with Booker - Limit Multitasking: Focus on one task at a time to increase productivity.

ALT Study with Booker - Limit Multitasking: Focus on one task at a time to increase productivity.

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Have you signed up for a library webinar yet?! If it's for your EDUC 1300 assignment, sign up NOW! library.hccs.edu/online_inst…
Library webinars at your convenience with HCC librarians - Sign up now at https://library.hccs.edu/online_instruction/schedule

ALT Library webinars at your convenience with HCC librarians - Sign up now at https://library.hccs.edu/online_instruction/schedule

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Study with Dewey - Use Technology Wisely: Leverage apps and online resources to supplement your learning.

ALT Study with Dewey - Use Technology Wisely: Leverage apps and online resources to supplement your learning.

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Different viewpoints help you to grasp the intricacies of a topic and will help you write a better paper. Ask a librarian for help! #Research #LibrariansRock
When doing research, use multiple sources for multiple perspectives! Books, Magazines & Journals, Primary Resources, and Internet Resources

ALT When doing research, use multiple sources for multiple perspectives! Books, Magazines & Journals, Primary Resources, and Internet Resources

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#StudyTips
Learn with L.C. - Create Mnemonics: Use acronyms or rhymes to memorize complex information.

ALT Learn with L.C. - Create Mnemonics: Use acronyms or rhymes to memorize complex information.

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Visit your HCC library and see what we have to offer!
HCC Library Hours - Monday - Thursday - 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sunday - Online Chat Only - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

ALT HCC Library Hours - Monday - Thursday - 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM, Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday - 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sunday - Online Chat Only - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Whether you have paper notes or electronic documents, organize them in folders. #StudyTips
Study with Dewey & Booker - Stay Organized: Keep your study materials and notes organized for easy access.

ALT Study with Dewey & Booker - Stay Organized: Keep your study materials and notes organized for easy access.

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Visit our website - library.hccs.edu/browzine - to learn more and download the extension. #TechTipTuesday
#TechTipTuesday - Ask a Librarian about our new product called LibKey. Browser Extension - Add the extension to your browser. Surf the Web! Search the web and be directed back to library resources!

ALT #TechTipTuesday - Ask a Librarian about our new product called LibKey. Browser Extension - Add the extension to your browser. Surf the Web! Search the web and be directed back to library resources!

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Study with Booker - Use Visual Aids: Create mind maps, charts, or diagrams to visualize information.

ALT Study with Booker - Use Visual Aids: Create mind maps, charts, or diagrams to visualize information.

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Don't "Google it"! Use a database to find high quality, scholarly information. Ask a librarian how which databases to use and how to search it. #TechTipTuesday #LibrariansRock
#TechTipTuesday - Ask a librarian how to search a database!

ALT #TechTipTuesday - Ask a librarian how to search a database!

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Study with Dewey - Use Active Learning: Engage with the material through discussions, teaching others, or applying concepts.

ALT Study with Dewey - Use Active Learning: Engage with the material through discussions, teaching others, or applying concepts.

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Learn with L.C. - Summarize Information: Write summaries in your own words to reinforce understanding.

ALT Learn with L.C. - Summarize Information: Write summaries in your own words to reinforce understanding.

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HCC Library Hours - Find an HCC library near you!
Library Hours - Monday - Thursday - 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM, Friday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sunday - Online Only - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

ALT Library Hours - Monday - Thursday - 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM, Friday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Sunday - Online Only - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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#StudyTips
Study with Dewey & Booker - Minimize Distractions: turn off phone notifications and limit social media use.

ALT Study with Dewey & Booker - Minimize Distractions: turn off phone notifications and limit social media use.

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Organizing your files saves time and eliminates a lot of frustration. #TechTipTuesday
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#StudyTips
Study with Booker - Practice Retrieval: Test yourself on the material instead of just re-reading notes.

ALT Study with Booker - Practice Retrieval: Test yourself on the material instead of just re-reading notes.

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We will reopen tomorrow with our regular hours, but electronic resources are still available through the library webpage - library.hccs.edu/home . Enjoy your day off!
HCC Libraries are closed for Labor Day - Monday, September 7th

ALT HCC Libraries are closed for Labor Day - Monday, September 7th

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Hint: Check out the library! #StudyTips
Study with Dewey - Find a Study Space: Choose a quiet, comfortable and dedicated place for studying.

ALT Study with Dewey - Find a Study Space: Choose a quiet, comfortable and dedicated place for studying.

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Signing up for webinars is a quick way to learn about the library, & if you're in EDUC 1300, it might be a requirement! We have a variety of library and non-library related subjects. Check us out! library.hccs.edu/online_inst… #TechTipTuesday
Library Webinars - At your convenience with HCC Librarians - Sign up at https://library.hccs.edu/online_instruction/schedule

ALT Library Webinars - At your convenience with HCC Librarians - Sign up at https://library.hccs.edu/online_instruction/schedule

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