What is Credo Reference and how do I use the Mind Map?
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What is Credo Reference?
Credo Reference is a great place to start your research. Think of it like Wikipedia, but with reliable, academic sources. It includes thousands of articles from encyclopedias, dictionaries, and other reference books—plus tools for citing, saving, and linking to other library resources.
Why should I use Credo Reference for my assignments?
Credo Reference helps you:
- Understand a topic quickly using trusted academic sources
- Find key terms, definitions, and summaries
- Discover related ideas to help focus your research It’s perfect for getting background information before you dive into more detailed research in other databases.
What is the Mind Map in Credo Reference?
The Mind Map is a visual tool that helps you brainstorm and explore related topics. It shows your main search term in the center, with connected keywords and subjects branching out. You can click any of these related terms to keep exploring.
You’ll find a link to the Mind Map on the Credo homepage.
How do I access Credo Reference?
To use Credo Reference:
- Go to your library’s A–Z Database List.
- Click on Credo Reference.
- Enter your search terms or browse by subject.
Example: If you search for poverty, you’ll see a list of articles, definitions, and even a Mind Map that connects poverty to topics like inequality, education, and economics.
I’m not sure how to use Credo Reference. Can you help?
Yes! If you need help searching or using tools like the Mind Map, you can chat with a librarian or there is a short instructional video available below to help you start searching in Credo Reference. We’re here to help you succeed.