Librarian Resources
Librarian Resource Kit
Accessing College Library Resources
Student Access
Dual credit students have access to both physical and electronic (online) resources available through LSC-Montgomery Library. Students will need a Lone Star College library card number to access these resources. The library card number is printed on the back of the LSC Student ID card, but students who are not able to visit campus to get a physical ID card can request their library card number via email.
- Electronic Resources | All of the library's online resources, with the exception of the web resources, require a library barcode, PIN (last four digits of the patron's phone number), or an LSC student username and password. To learn more about getting a library barcode, click on the information below.
- Physical Resources | Many of the library's physical items may be requested via the library catalog and delivered to a local public library for pick-up. Click on "Requesting Items from Other Locations" or "Requesting Items Not Found in the Catalog" below for more information.
Librarian Access
High school and other learning resources staff are provided a LSC Library Card Number to assist DC students in accessing LSC Library resources to complete their assignments. High school librarians and support staff are encouraged to contact LSC Librarians for support, training, or to recommend resources to support dual credit students.
Dual credit students have access to both physical and online resources available through LSC-Montgomery Library. Students access these resources with a library card number. The number is printed on the back of the LSC student ID card. Students who are not able to visit campus to get a physical ID card can request just the library card number via email.
How to Get a Physical Library Card
Library cards (student ID cards) are issued at the Service Desk of the library. You will need the following to get a card. If you have any questions, contact us at 936.273.7387 or MC-STARCenter@lonestar.edu.
- LSC student ID number
- Proof of current registration in an LSC course
- Photo ID
How to Get a Library Card Number
If you are unable to come to campus, you can request a library card number be issued to you via email by filling out the following form: lonestar.edu/library/card. You must use your Lone Star College email and student ID number on the form. If you don't know your LSC email or ID number, contact the Office of Technology Services at 832.813.6600.
To better help you assist your dual credit students, we would like to provide you with a library card number that will give you access to the LSC-Montgomery research databases. The number will be sent to your email and is for librarian use only to support dual credit students in completing their college assignments.
To request a library card number contact Stefanie Anderson at Stefanie.N.Anderson@lonestar.edu.
If you did not limit your catalog search to a specific location your results will display all books, eBooks, CDs, and DVDs that are owned by all Lone Star campus libraries, Montgomery County Public Library, and the Harris County Public Library systems. These items may not be available on the shelf at LSC-Montgomery, but you can request the item through the catalog. This process is called "placing a hold".
Once you have located an item in the catalog, click on the title of the item to view the item record for more information. The information provided depends on the item; however, at the bottom of the record there will be a list of the libraries that have the item and the availability of the item.
If you have located a resource that is currently checked-out or is held at another location, you can place a hold on that item and designate where you would like to pick up that item. To place a hold:
- Click Place Hold in the upper right-hand corner of the record.
- Log into your account using a 13-digit library barcode and PIN. The barcode is found on the backside of the student ID or public library card. The PIN is the last four digits of the phone number used when the card was issued.
- Next, you may be prompted to choose a library for pick-up. If you were not prompted, this is because it has been designated in your account. This information is viewable and changeable under the Personal Information tab, select the Preferences dropdown and choose.
- Once the item you placed on hold becomes available, the selected location for pick-up will notify you either by a phone call or email, so make sure that all your personal information is current in the Personal Information tab.
You can see these steps and more by viewing the video below.
If an item cannot be found in the library catalog or in the research databases, LSC students, faculty, and staff may request to borrow the resource from a library outside of the LSC consortium through the interlibrary loan (ILL) system by completing the interlibrary loan form. The general public has the availability of using ILL services via their local library where they hold a library account.
There are no guarantees that the resource desired is available or will be received by a certain time. Most ILL requests take anywhere from 2-6 weeks depending on the item, availability, location, and shipping.
Resources Guides
LSC-Montgomery resource guides are developed by LSC-Montgomery librarians and feature the resources available to LSC-Montgomery students. They provide your dual credit students with resources to help them get started on research assignments for their dual credit courses. These guides include recommended databases, ebooks, and reliable web resources. Dual credit instructors and high school librarians may request custom guides to support a course or specific assignment. To request a Course/Assignment Specific Resource Guide contact Stefanie Anderson at Stefanie.N.Anderson@lonestar.edu.
The Dual Credit Student Academic Support Services guide was specifically designed to help dual credit students access available resources and services.
Student Library Services
In addition to the resources available at your high school, dual credit students have access to the academic resources and research assistants available at the LSC-Montgomery Library. These resources are summarized for students on the Dual Credit Student Services guide. The library is located in the STAR Center (Building F, 1st Floor); however, many of the resources and services are also available online and can be accessed off-campus from your high school, home, or other favorite place to study.
Dual credit students have access to both physical and online resources available through LSC-Montgomery Library. Students access these resources with a library card number. The number is printed on the back of the LSC student ID card. Students who are not able to visit campus to get a physical ID card can request just the library card number via email.
How to Get a Physical Library Card
Library cards (student ID cards) are issued at the Service Desk of the library. You will need the following to get a card. If you have any questions, contact us at 936.273.7387 or MC-STARCenter@lonestar.edu.
- LSC student ID number
- Proof of current registration in an LSC course
- Photo ID
How to Get a Library Card Number
If you are unable to come to campus, you can request a library card number be issued to you via email by filling out the following form: lonestar.edu/library/card. You must use your Lone Star College email and student ID number on the form. If you don't know your LSC email or ID number, contact the Office of Technology Services at 832.813.6600.
LSC-Montgomery librarians are here to help dual credit students maximize the available resources throughout the research process. In addition to answering general reference questions, librarians are also available to help students:
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Reference Desk (Bldg. F, 1st floor) In-person assistance is available during our research help service hours in the STAR Center | Library. |
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Research Appointment Submit a request for an appointment to meet with a librarian in-person or online.
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Chat Message Click chat with a librarian to start an instant message.
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Resource Guides View our resource guides to connect with subject-specific resources and other academic support services. |
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Citation Guide View our citation guide to ensure your sources are credited properly per your assignment citation style. |
Faculty Library Services
Dual credit instructors are invited to utilize all library faculty services available at LSC-Montgomery, including information literacy/library instruction, custom research guides, print and digital resources, digital course reserves, and much more. Learn more about our most frequently requested services:
A library card number is an important tool that not only allows you to check out physical materials from the library, but it also provides you access to the databases the library subscribes to that support your course learning objectives.
How to Obtain Your Library Card Number:
- Visit the LSC-Montgomery library to get your employee ID (which also acts as your library card). Note: You will need a form from your department before an ID can be issued.
- If you are unable to come to campus, you can request a library card number be issued to you by filling out the following form: http://www.lonestar.edu/library/card.htm#card
For questions regarding library card numbers, please contact the LSC-Montgomery Library Service Desk at 936.273.7387.
Librarians are available to collaborate with dual credit instructors in a variety of ways.
Options for collaboration include:
- Designing effective assignments to meet your course learning outcomes.
- Adding a librarian into the D2L learning management system to provide research help.
- Working with a librarian to include learning modules into your curriculum. Examples of possible modules include evaluating web resources, using databases, research topic development and citation tutorials.
To collaborate on an assignment contact Stefanie Anderson at Stefanie.N.Anderson@lonestar.edu.
The library offers information literacy and research instruction that introduces students to the resources available at Lone Star College-Montgomery as well as helping students develop college-level research skills.
Instruction is available for your dual credit courses in several different formats:
- In-Person Session
- Synchronous Online Session (through WebEx)
- Asynchronous Online Session (pre-recorded tutorial videos)
If you are interested in including an information literacy session in your course, reserve your spot now by filling out an Instruction Request Form or by contacting Stefanie Anderson at Stefanie.N.Anderson@lonestar.edu.
The librarians have created resource guides to support students doing research in the different subjects offered through LSC-Montgomery. These guides provide students with information on getting started with research in that particular subject and connect the students to the different resources the library has to support research in that field.
Dual credit instructors can request a course specific or assignment specific resource guide that will provide more tailored resources and information that your students will need in your course, or to complete assignments in your course.
Request a course/assignment specific resource guide by contacting Stefanie Anderson at Stefanie.N.Anderson@lonestar.edu.
Key Databases
Dual credit students have access to all of the LSC research databases. Here are a few key databases that cover a wide variety of subjects and would be helpful as students start their research projects.
- Credo Reference This link opens in a new windowIncludes materials from over 650 reference books on many topics in higher education, including art, business, history, languages, literature, science, criminal justice, and political science.
- Academic Search Complete This link opens in a new windowFull text of articles from journals, magazines and newspapers, plus image collections. Users can limit results to scholarly material.
- LearningExpress Library 3.0 This link opens in a new windowPrepare for entrance and exit exams, review writing, grammar, and math skills, and learn study, research, and other college success skills. Ten centers focus on tests and skills for levels from elementary to adult; includes job & career information.
- MasterFILE Complete This link opens in a new windowFull-text articles from magazines & journals, and other sources including pamphlets, books, biographies, reports, etc.
- JSTOR This link opens in a new windowComplete historical full text of all issues of journals in a wide range of humanities and social science fields.
Tutoring & Academic Coaching
In-person and online academic support services are available to dual credit students in need of additional support. Tutors, writing consultants, and academic coaches can help students review concepts and identify effective study strategies for mastering course content both online and in-person. Students will need to use their LSC email credentials to access these services online.
Subject Tutoring
Online and in-person tutoring sessions are offered in a broad selection of courses, including Accounting, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, English, ESOL, Geology, Languages, Math, Social Sciences, and Physics. Learn More
Writing Consultations
Writing consultants can assist students at any stage of the writing process with an emphasis on structure, word choice, content, and sentence fluency. This support is provided across all disciplines and projects beyond the standard essay or research paper. Learn More
Academic Coaching
Academic coaches work with students to improve academic performance by developing metacognitive skills. Live, interactive one-on-one sessions with an academic coach are available by appointment online or in-person. Also, pre-recorded versions of the live academic skills workshops are available and allow students to learn the content at their own pace. Learn More
Self-study Resources
Tutors have identified resources to help students explore topics they are studying independently. These self-study resources provide additional explanations for difficult concepts and/or additional practice problems which may help reduce feelings of frustration and anxiety students may struggle within a classroom setting. Learn More
The STAR Center provides a variety of workshops that either provide an in-depth review of core academic concepts or seek to develop academic skills that are key to academic success in college. These workshops are provided online and open to all students. View Schedule
For information, visit the Dual Credit Student Services Guide.