Credo in the Blogosphere
Curious to know what others think about Credo Reference? Below is just a sampling of comments from the 'blogosphere.' Check back often for the latest word 'on the street...'
The Librarian's Brain
http://librarianbrain.wordpress.com/2011/07/24/credo-reference-topic-pages/
http://webs.purduecal.edu/library/2011/07/27/credo-reference-database-is-here/
"If you need help getting started researching a subject, gathering sources for a paper, or trying to get an understanding of a brand new topic, try Credo Reference, a research tool as easy to use as Wikipedia, but much more reliable."
No Shelf Required - Sue Polanka
More discovery news, Credo Reference is now accessible through Ex Libris.
"Give Credo Reference a try when you start your next research paper. We bet you won’t even miss Wikipedia!"
- From Penrose Pen (University of Denver, Penrose Library Blog)
"results come from a comprehensive library of trusted reference sources without advertisements, clutter, or irrelevant hits."
- From University of Hawai'i Maui College Library Blog
"Credo Reference: all your questions answered"
- From Christchurch City Libraries Blog
"Back to its earliest days...I’ve been an admirer of what Credo is trying to do and accomplishing. I’m more impressed in the past year than ever before..."
- From Resource Shelf, A daily newsletter with resources of interest to information professionals, educators and journalists.
"Credo’s Topic Pages – a great place to start your research!"
- From No Shelf Required, by Sue Polanka
"Credo really seems to get it."
- From E-VIEWS, by Cheryl Laguardia (for Library Journal)
"it takes the average person 364.8 years to know as much...Credo Reference is a smart choice"
- From @ The Library (University of St. Andrews library blog)
"As easy as Wikipedia, only reliable!"
- From The Roosevelt University Library Blog
"Don't forget to incorporate Credo Reference when you are gathering sources for a paper or trying to get an understanding of a brand new topic - it is one of our quickest, easiest research tools."
- From Lane Library Blog (Armstrong Atlantic State University)
"I appreciate that Credo Reference keeps on adding content for us throughout our subscription year...Try Credo to get background information on nearly any topic!"
- From BVU Library News (Buena Vista University)
"Credo Reference offers a great range of e-reference resources that are easy to use and access"
- From READ On! (Coker College Library Blog)
"Whatever you need to find – facts, words, concepts, people, places or sayings – you’ll find it in Credo. All cross-referenced, all reliable and all in one place."
- From Everglades University Libraries Blog
"Credo Reference enables users to find authoritative answers to their reference questions really fast."
- From Inside MC Online (Montgomery College News Blog)
"Ask for Credo when you visit the library. There's lots of background information that will help any researcher get started."
- From STCC Library 'blog
"What if you could find a resource with all the convenience of Wikipedia that also has hundreds of credible, academic reference sources. Look no further -- the Northwest Vista College Library has Credo Reference!"
- From NVC Library Lowdown (Northwest Vista College Library Blog)
"Students from any major will find Credo to be useful for their research"
- From Common Knowledge (Hope College Library Blog)
"Given the quality of both Credo (reviewed Feb. 15, 2009 in LJ) and SAGE (see Library Journal April 15, 2009) products, this should add lustre to both companies and their products. "
- From E-VIEWS (Cheryl LaGuardia's Library Journal blog)
"Credo does for reference publications what many other databases do for journals and magazines – it aggregates the content and makes it searchable."
- From Read It! Read It! (Bismarck State College Library Blog)
"Click around in Credo–it is guaranteed to make your brain explode in a good way."
- From C.O.D. Library Blog
"Credo Reference is "like Wikipedia, only better."
- From Gallaudet University Library
"if you need help getting started on a subject, use Credo Reference If you need to prove yourself right, use Credo Reference. If you want an authoritative answer, not just something you or your friend found on the net, Credo Reference collection of reference resources is the place for you."
From HARLINGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY REFERENCE DEPT.
"What an easy way to hunt for topics for reports! "
- From Half Hollow Hills Community Library Blog
"Go beyond Google with Credo Reference (formerly known as Xrefer) -- it's a great resource to help with general questions on a variety of topics. Credo provides a portal to a variety of reputable reference resources"
- From QuestionPoint 24/7 Reference Services' Blog
