Library Guides: Frequently Asked Questions: Databases

General Database Information

Is there a time when the databases are unavailable?
- No, online access to NSU Databases is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

LinkedIn Learning is a video tutorial platform.
You can use it to learn new software, creative, and business skills, as well as new functionalities in different programs.

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LinkedIn Learning is a great online educational site that includes over 13,000 expert-led, online courses and video tutorials in popular fields like web design, web development, IT, education/instruction, media production, career development, and business. Note: Linkedin Learning requires that user must be at least 16 years of age.
To log in to the LinkedIn Learning App: Click “Sign in” and everyone should just enter “nova.edu” in the Email field. That will take you to a library authentication page which you can use to enter your SharkLink ID and password or Alvin Sherman Library Card and you’ll be redirected back to LinkedIn Learning once that’s done.

How do I download an audiobook to my phone?
- The Alvin Sherman Library offers downloadable audiobooks using your SharkLink ID and password. Audiobooks are available through the cloudLibrary database. The audiobook collection contains around 4000 audiobooks. You can listen to an audiobook on your computer or download it to a handheld device using the app.

How do I access the New York Times through the library?
- This video explains how to set up your full text access to the New York Times.