How do I borrow?
Fill out this form and submit to us so that we can create an Anatolia Libraries borrowing account for you.
Do I need an ID card?
ACT instructors do not need to present an ID card at the Library Hub in order to borrow. However, it is necessary for every new faculty member to submit the Faculty Membership Form during their first teaching semester/term. The form is embedded at the "How do I borrow?" question.
What is my period of loan?
MATERIAL |
ITEM NUMBER |
LOAN PERIOD |
BOOKS |
Unlimited |
3 months |
PERIODICALS* |
Unlimited |
3 months |
VIDEOS/DVDs/CDs |
Unlimited |
14 days |
* PERIODICALS: Current / Latest issue may not be borrowed
What if my borrowed items become overdue?
Instructors do not pay any fines for overdue materials, however, we kindly request that you return them as soon as possible so that other users may borrow the titles upon request.
Printing / Copying
Can I make printouts/photocopies?
Both B&W and color printouts and photocopies can be made using the self-service procedure (for help getting started please ask at the Bissell Library Hub).
Where can I find the printer?
It is in the Copy Room (Room 109), Bissell Library lower level.
Are scanning facilities available?
Yes (please ask at the Library Hub).
How much does it cost to make printouts.photocopies?
Instructors may use the Bissell Library printer without charge. Please note that there is a printer for faculty located next to the mailboxes area in the basement of our building.
How do I make printouts?
The procedure is identical to the use of the faculty printer at the basement of the Bissell Library buidling.
- Login to any public Bissell Library computer
- Select the page(s) you wish to print
- Send to PRTSERVER Canon B&W or PRTSERVER Canon Color
- Go to the Copy Room (Room 109), Bissell Library lower level
- Login via touch screen with your username (8-digit ACT ID number) / password
- Select your print job(s)
- Tap ‘Print & Delete’
- Once printouts appear, tap ‘Logout’
I don't have ACT credentials. Can I still make printouts/photocopies?
Library staff can assist you with your printouts/photocopies. Please ask at the Bissell Library Hub.
Learning Hub
What is the Learning Hub?
The learning Hub service is designed to offer advice and guidance (not only to students) on:
- Study skills (the writing process, paraphrasing / summarizing / note taking, critical thinking, time management, presentation skills, avoiding plagiarism, research paper and thesis writing, math and chemistry skills).
- Digital skills (Moodle, social media, digital citizenship, digital storytelling, blogging, podcasts and podcasting, ebooks, MOOCs, i0S / Android / Google apps).
Where is the Learning Hub?
How can my students benefit from the Learning Hub services?
Please refer your students to the Learning Hub tutors for one-to-one sessions on writing, study, math, science, and digital skills. Explore the Learning Hub website which includes curated content relating to all the above skills and identify tutorials to add to your Moodle course as links. Don’t forget to promote these online resources to students.
Library Lab
How can I book the Bissell Library Lab for a class?
The Bissell Library Lab (Lab 7 / Room 211) is equipped with 24 computer stations for students, one for the instructor, two whiteboards out of which one can also be used as a smartboard, and a projector. It may be booked by faculty for classes via Bissell Library Hub (bissell@act.edu ; +30 (2310) 398-390). Reservations are made on a first-come-first-served basis giving priority to Information Literacy teaching.
How can faculty support Information Literacy?
- Consider scheduling a library session after students have received a research assignment.
- Work with your Academic Liaison Librarian to design a session that meets the needs of the class.
- Collaborate with your Academic Liaison Librarian so that Information Literacy elements are incorporated into the assignments and activities you provide.
- Encourage your students to request extra support either at the Library Hub, or via chat or email, or by making an appointment with the Academic Liaison Librarian.
Academic Liaison Librarians
What are the Bissell Library Academic Liaison Librarians?
Each ACT academic division has a dedicated Academic Liaison Librarian based in the Bissell Library.
Who is my Academic Liaison Librarian?
Humanities &
Social Sciences Division
Science & Technology
Division
How can my Academic Liaison Librarian help me?
By providing:
- advice on subject specific resources and information
- formal or informal information literacy teaching (on how to effectively locate reliable resources in your subject area for you and your students)
- library inductions for new faculty members
- obtaining new resources for the library to support your teaching
- research support
- course preparation support (including reading lists and books for reserve)
Faculty Library Liaisons
What are the Faculty Library Liaisons?
Each ACT academic division has a member of faculty who can facilitate communication between the library and the division.
Collection Development
Can I suggest a print book for purchase or a journal or database subscription?
Yes, you are welcome to make suggestions for consideration to your Academic Liaison Librarian. For print books please provide author or editor / title / ISBN / edition (if relevant). New titles for journals and databases can be submitted to us throughout the year will be considered during the summer break.
Can I request an individual article from an academic journal not available through our Online Library?
The Bissell Library can source the article via the British Library On Demand service. You may submit an Article Request Form.
Faculty Development
Where can I find selected books related to teaching and learning?
Faculty Training
Access the library tutorials via this guide: Faculty Training. Email us for the password.
Which educational resources do I have access to?
The Bissell Library has created a leaflet with all available resources on the topic.
Do not hesitate to contact us should you need further support.
I can’t find the answer to my question in these FAQs. Where can I get more help?