For assistance accessing or searching the following websites, please call the ACTC Mansbach Library at (606)326-2169
Search for books in the Voyager Online Catalog for Books Books, e-books, and other materials located in the ACTC Library and other KCTCS Libraries.
Credo Reference Provides access to reference resources including encyclopedias and dictionaries. Many specialized full-text sources are available.
CQ Researcher Full-text, comprehensive articles on current and controversial issues – Great for speech and research paper topics.
CQ Global Researcher Full text articles on current events and controversial issues with a global impact. This database is ideal for speech and research paper topics.
EBSCO Host Web Magazine and Journal Indexes Academic Search Premier and 25 other specialized indexes. Many articles with full-text and images.
Oxford Reference Online Provides access to thousands of articles from the world's most trusted sources. Articles are from Encyclopedias, Dictionaries and other Oxford publications. Articles are also cited for users.
Gale Databases
Kentucky Virtual Library (KyVL) A comprehensive collection of library catalogs and databases, including magazine and journal indexes. Available to Kentucky residents only. Please contact your Kentucky college or public library for password information.
Learning Express Library
LearningExpress Library is a web-based tool that provides instant access to the most comprehensive collection of test preparation tools, skill-building materials, and career resources available. Over 770 online practice tests and interactive skill-building tutorials are available, along with more than 130 eBook titles-all developed by expert academic and industry professionals. Also included is access to Popular Software Tutorials which provide a solid proficiency in software applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and Windows and Mac operating systems.
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Newsbank Search current and archived state, regional and national full-text articles on issues, events, business, government and more with over 1,500 newspapers and other news sources including the Daily Independent (11/01/07-Current), Lexington Herald-Leader (4/25/83-Current), and USA Today (7/1/87-Current)..
NetLibrary– Full-text books online A collection of over 65,000 e-books. Please call the library for information on creating a personal account.
ProQuest Magazine and Journal Indexes including: Education – Career and Technical Education Interdisciplinary – Alt-Press Watch (APW) Medical Sciences – ProQuest Nursing Journals Salem History Provides full text access to various sources related to the study of history including: Milestone Documents of American Leaders Milestone Documents in American History is the a primary source resource. It combines 130 full-text primary source documents with expert analysis and commentary. Historical Encyclopedia of American Business Historical Encyclopedia of American Business – provides a complete view of all aspects of American Business
Salem History
Provides full text access to various sources related to the study of history including: