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Library Services

Library ServicesThe Marden Education Centre Library provides a library and information service for the staff and students of the Open Access College.

It is a well-equipped library catering for the information, research and recreational needs of all students.

The library has an extensive collection of resources including, books, newspapers, magazines, DVDs, CD-ROM’s and audio CDs. To find out more about what is available check the catalogue.

We also have on-line resources such as Encyclopedia Britannica and Ebsco (a newspaper and magazines database), Teacher Librarians are available to work with students and staff to help them select and use a variety of resources to complement the work being done in lessons and other aspects of their schooling.

Students are able to ask for resources and/or assistance with their work by phone, fax or email. Resources are sent out to the student with follow up contact as required.

The library provides a range of activities for students to become involved with including Big Read Storytelling sessions, a book club using Centra as well as traditional type lessons/activities.

Computers and other facilities are available if students come into the Marden campus.

Contact library staff for help with your learning and research.

 

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