Criminal Justice: Books

1. Access Primo:

• Go to your library’s homepage and locate the link to Primo or the library catalog.

2. Basic Search:

• Search Bar: Enter keywords related to criminal justice. You can use terms like “criminal justice,” “law enforcement,” “criminal law,” or specific topics (e.g., “juvenile justice”).
• Filters: After entering your search terms, look for options to refine your search results (e.g., by resource type, date, language).

3. Advanced Search:

• Use Advanced Search: If available, click on “Advanced Search” for more specific searches.
• Search Fields: You can enter terms in different fields such as Title, Author, Subject, or Abstract.
• Boolean Operators: Use operators like AND, OR, and NOT to combine or exclude keywords (e.g., “criminal justice AND rehabilitation”).

4. Browse Subject Categories:

• Many catalogs allow you to browse by subject. Look for categories related to criminal justice to explore available resources.

5. Utilize Filters:

• Once you have results, use filters to narrow them down further. You might filter by:
  • Resource Type (books, e-books, articles, multimedia)
  • Date of Publication (to find the most current research)
  • Location (for items available in your library or online)

6. View Item Details:

• Click on the titles of relevant items to view more details, including availability, location, and summaries or abstracts.

7. Accessing Materials:

• E-books and Articles: Follow links to access full texts directly. You may need to log in with your library credentials.
• Physical Items: If you find physical books, note their location and call number for retrieval.

8. Citations and Exporting:

• Use citation tools available in Primo to generate references in the required format (e.g., APA, MLA).
• Export citations directly to your reference management software (like EndNote or Zotero).

9. Ask for Help:

• If you encounter difficulties or have specific questions, don’t hesitate to ask a librarian for assistance.

Example Search Strategy:

1. Go to Primo.
2. Enter “criminal justice” in the search bar.
3. Filter results by “Books” and “E-books.”
4. Browse through the titles and select the ones that meet your research need

Open access refers to the practice of making peer-reviewed scholarly research and literature freely available online to anyone interested in reading it. It is simply making research available for others to read without having to pay for it.

Step-by-Step Guide to Accessing Library Catalogue Primo for Print Books

• Visit the Library Website:

  Go to the library's official website. ( library.unizulu.ac.za)

Access Primo:

• Click on the link to Primo, which may be labeled as "Library Catalog,

Search for Print Books:

• ​​​​​​​In the search bar, enter keywords related to the print book you are looking for. This could include the title, author, subject, or ISBN.
• Make sure to select the appropriate filters if available (e.g., limiting the search to print books).

Refine Your Search:

• ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​After conducting the initial search, you can refine your results by using filters. Look for options like:
• Format: Select “Books” or “Print Books.”
• Availability: Choose options like "Available" to see items currently on the shelf.
• Location: If your library has multiple branches, you might be able to filter by location.

Review the Results:

• ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Browse through the list of results. Click on a specific title to see more details about the book, such as:
• Call number (needed to find the book on the shelf)
• Availability status
• Location within the library

Note the Call Number:

• ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Once you find the book you want, take note of the call number and the library location. This will help you locate the book on the shelves.

Locate the Book in the Library:

• ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Go to the library and find the print book using the call number. Libraries typically arrange books according to a classification system (like Dewey Decimal or Library of Congress).

Check Out the Book:

• ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Once you’ve found the book, proceed to the circulation desk or self-checkout station to borrow it.