ACAP Learning Resources: How to Find eResources: Find eBooks

Find eBooks

ACAP Library provides access to thousands of ebooks.

Library ebooks are available from a variety of different platforms e.g. Proquest Ebook Central, Springer, or Cambridge Core.
Some ebooks have limited licenses such as three concurrent users only.
Some platforms place restrictions on how many pages can be downloaded or printed.

eBooks can be accessed by:

Searching in MultiSearch
Accessing eBook databases via A-Z databases

eBook databases may let you:

Print and copy portions (subject to publisher allowances)
Search within text
Easily browse content
Create personal 'eshelves'.

Some additional advantages of ebooks:

Ebooks are available immediately.
Some ebook chapters can be downloaded in formats such as PDF or EPUB.
Some databases provide solutions to read the text aloud.
Unlike print books, ebooks can never be overdue and you do not get fined for late returns.

How to Find eBooks?

Watch a librarian search for ebooks using MultiSearch and eBook Central.

How to use ebooks

Ebook functionality varies between databases or platforms. As well as full-text searching and reading online, some platforms offer the ability to download some or all of the book to a variety of mobile devices. Some also offer features such as text highlighting or annotating.

Database Tips

The most efficient way to find ebooks is to use MultiSearch, limiting your search to items available online.
Alternatively, you can access APA PsycBooks, through the EBSCOhost platform.
- You can download separate book chapters as PDFs. EPUB will sometimes be available.
- Enter your book title or search by topic.
- Tick BOOKS in the left-hand menu.
- Download or open the PDF or EPUB of the chapter you need.
- If you want to read the whole book, search for the title of the BOOK (not the chapter) and you will get a list of chapters.
Ebooks can also be accessed on the EBSCO Mobile app.

Formats available	PDF of separate chapters EPUB sometimes available
Do I need to create an account?	No, however you can create an account if you want to. When you are signed into your EBSCO account your folder items will be saved.
Downloading	You can download separate chapters as PDFs or EPUBs, depending on the book.
Accessibility	Text-to-speech functionality on a high number of resources Most downloaded PDFs are readable by screen readers ARIA landmarks to assist users with screen readers Access keys for keyboard-only navigation If a chapter is DRM-protected, DRM-free accessible copies are available to librarians on request Ebsco Accessibility Statement

The most efficient way to find ebooks is to use MulitSearch, limiting your search to items available online.
Access Cambridge Core books through the Cambridge Core database.
Enter search terms and tick the box ONLY SEARCH CONTENT I HAVE ACCESS TO.
Read the book online.
To save the book your bookmarks, or annotate, you need to register.

Formats available	All content is offered in PDF format with some also in HTML. All materials published since 2016 should have an HTML option.
Do I need to create an account?	Only if you wish to save searches and bookmark favourite content. Click 'Register' and complete all the details. If you have already registered, select LOGIN. Login with your Cambridge Core account and NOT with your institutional details.
Downloading	Yes. Chapters or entire ebooks can be downloaded to PDF. The limits vary by book.
Accessibility	Assistive technology users should experience no barriers caused by print or copy restrictions. Normal copyright conditions still apply and can be found in Cambridge Core terms of use. Some accessibility measures include: Navigate most of the website using keyboard only Meaningful alternative text Listen to most of the website using a screen reader Use text-to-speech tools to read most PDFs and HTML resources Cambridge Core Accessibility Statement

The most efficient way to find ebooks is to use MulitSearch, limiting your search to items available online.
Alternatively, access Proquest Ebook Central
Select READ ONLINE.
- Search within book, annotate, bookmark or download a chapter.
Your annotated books will be saved to your BOOKSHELF.
Find out more in the Proquest Ebook Central Guide.

Formats available

All content is offered in PDF or EPUB format with some also in HTML.

Do I need to create an account?

No.

Downloading

Yes. Chapters or entire ebooks can be downloaded to PDF or EPUB, depending on the book. The limits vary by book.

Accessibility

Accessibility features include:

Navigate the website using just a keyboard or speech recognition software
Go directly to main content areas on the page using skip links
Listen to the website using a screen reader
Navigate page content using headings
Listen to an ebook using a screen reader with Text Only Mode enabled
Zoom in up to 200% using browser tools without text spilling off screen

Read the Ebook Central Accessibility Statement.

The most efficient way to find ebooks is to use MulitSearch, limiting your search to items available online.
Alternatively, access Psychiatry Online database.
Select BOOKS.
Select PSYCHOTHERAPY LIBRARY.
Browse the collection.
You can also SEARCH in the SEARCH FIELD.
Under NARROW RESULTS, select PUBLICATION - PSYCHOTHERAPY COLLECTION
Select the items that have FULL ACCESS or FREE ACCESS

Formats available	HTML
Do I need to create an account?	No
Downloading	Chapters or entire ebooks can be downloaded to PDF. The limits vary depending on the book.
Accessibility	DSM-5-TR is in HTML only. Psychiatry Online is partially accessible. Some media resources might not be accessible, some pages do not have heading levels, some links don't have discernable text, and some active elements do not have active IDs. Read the Accessibility Statement here.

Note: Sage Catalyst is moving to VitalSource. Links to Sage Catalyst resources may require updates.

The most efficient way to find ebooks is to use MultiSearch, limiting your search to items available online.
After clicking on a title link you may be asked to type your organisation name into a box – enter Australian College of Applied Psychology.
Alternatively, access SageCatalyst books through the Sage Catalyst Core (Ebooks) database
Enter search terms and select the correct title
Click on the section you wish to read
You use the tools on the left to:
Search within the book; review Table of Contents and change the Settings such as the Font size and preference, or background colour
You can select some text in the resource to highlight and/or start making personal notes. Click Create Note to save details.

Formats available	All content is offered in HTML.
Do I need to create an account?	Once you have logged in to access eResources in Multisearch (using your Student ID and password) there is no need to create a separate account. Your notes etc will be save for next time you access the book.
Downloading	Yes. Licensing restrictions only allow for you to download one chapter per book, every four months.
Accessibility	SAGE Catalyst has endeavoured to make their eBooks as accessible as possible allowing readers to: ● change colours, contrast levels and fonts ● zoom in up to 400% without the text spilling off the screen ● navigate most of the website using just a keyboard ● navigate most of the website using speech recognition software ● listen to most of the website using a screen reader (including the most recent versions of JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver) Accessibility statement for SAGE Catalyst

The most efficient way to find ebooks is to use MulitSearch, limiting your search to items available online.
Alternatively, access SpringerLink directly.
Enter search terms in the search field, hit the search button, and then filter for material type 'book' on the left-hand side of the page
Books and articles that are NOT available in our subscriptions have a yellow padlock.

Formats available	PDF, EPUB and HTML
Do I need to create an account?	No
Downloading	Download complete book in PDF or EPUB, or download chapters in PDF.
Accessibility	Website accessibility features include: Retaining the ability to adjust the font size Maintaining colour/contrast ratios for text Providing keyboard accessible navigation Providing skip to content links at the top of the page Exposing information to the accessibility API through the use of ARIA attributes SpringerLink Accessibility Statement

The most efficient way to find ebooks is to use MultiSearch, limiting your search to items available online.
VitalSource books are best accessible via MultiSearch or a direct link to an ebook, as other methods of accessing the VitalSource platform may force you to create an account.
You can read books in the browser or via the Bookshelf app. If desired, follow these Bookshelf app instructions to download the app without creating a personal account.

Formats available	EPUB or PDF, depending on the book.
Do I need to create an account?	No, if accessing from an ebook link. Other access methods may require account creation.
Downloading	All VitalSource content is DRM-protected and is not available for download outside the Bookshelf app, with some limited exceptions allowed for small print jobs which can be saved as PDFs. This will depend on the publisher. Some books may be downloadable for use within the Bookshelf app only.
Accessibility	Accessibility features include: Read aloud functionality on both the app and web browser versions Accessibility of books depends on the publisher The website is tested with a variety of screen readers View the VitalSource Accessibility Statement here, along with other accessibility resources.

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