Finding Reliable Websites
How do you know what information online is trustworthy? Do what fact checkers do, and use Lateral Reading.
Open a new tab in your browser.
Search the name of the unfamiliar source.
Check what trustworthy sites say about it.
If the source seems untrustworthy, don't waste your time on it. Find a better source.
from Lateral Reading Poster developed by Civic Online Reasoning & Stanford History Education Group
Using Websites
It is important to evaluate all information you encounter, but it is especially important to be critical of the information you find on the web. Does it pass the CRAAP test?
- CRAAP TestDownload a PDF of this guide to use in your online research
People in Organizations Web Resources
- Leadership StylesA leadership guide featuring step-by-step how-tos, Wall Street Journal stories and video interviews with CEOs. Adapted from 'The Wall Street Journal Guide to Management' by Alan Murray, published by Harper Business.
- HR TermsOnline glossary of frequently used terms related to Human Resources, from University of New Mexico
- HR-Guide.comFind an extensive list of well-organized links to other websites in the HR field, free web-based computer programs for HR professionals and students, and guides to HR related topics.
- Human Resource Executive OnlineOnline version of the print magazine focused on strategic issues in HR. Check out the Research link in the top menu to access relevant industry reports and analysis from companies, professionals, and advising organizations.
- Leadership SkillsTons of information about leadership, including: exploring what makes a "good" leader, understanding power, leadership styles, emotional intelligence, and becoming a leader.
- Improving Workplace PerformanceArticle about employee motivation theory, covering team building activities, workshops, inspirational quotes, and the power of positive experience.
- Team ManagementApproachable, informative articles on different motivation theories from Mind Tools, a company providing business solutions.
People in Organizations Books
A handbook of leadership styles by Call Number: Online bookISBN: 9781527545984Publication Date: 2020
Everyone Included: How to Improve Belonging, Diversity and Inclusion in Your Team by Call Number: Online bookPublication Date: 2022
Find Books in the Library Using OneSearch
You can use OneSearch (the large search box on the Library website) to find books, DVDs, and audiobooks at Helena College or other Montana academic libraries (TRAILS).
Helena College
Once you do a search using OneSearch, you will have different options for narrowing down your results on the right side of the screen. Check "Physical items available" to find all print books and DVDs in our library.
Montana Academic Libraries
By default in OneSearch, you are searching all Montana academic libraries. If you find a book or DVD that is not available at Helena College, you can sign in with your NetID to request any item to be sent to Helena College for you to pick up. It usually takes about a week for the book to arrive.
Find & Use eBooks
Use OneSearch to find and access thousands of electronic books. Why use ebooks?
- Access the book from anywhere with an internet connection
- No due dates
- Search the full text for keywords and phrases
- Download or print only the parts you need
To find ebooks in OneSearch, narrow to Resource Types: Books and Electronic books and choose Availability: Available Online (Use the checkboxes next to each category to select all three at once).
