Introduction to the Library and Research - Longview

MCC libraries use the Dewey Decimal system to locate books on our shelves. Here are some facts to know about the Dewey Decimal System:

• Items are organized by subject matter, i.e. topic or theme. 
• Each item is assigned a 'call number' which is located on the spine of the book or item.
  • That call number correlates to a specific subject area.
  • For example, items containing information on the history of Japan use a call number beginning with 960. Information on diabetes is under the call number beginning with 616.
• The items are then organized on the shelf in call number numerical order from 0 to 999.
• Because call numbers group like themes together, items with the same subject matter will found together on the shelf.

First try the KC-Towers catalog to see if another MCC library or Kansas City college has the book and request it to be sent to Longview.

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Students are able to request books for FREE from all over the state of Missouri and have them sent to Longview for pick-up.

Use the MOBIUS catalog to access millions of books. If you find a book you would like, hit REQUEST and fill out the form.

Tips:

• We are the KC-Towers cluster
• Type in your Student ID number WITHOUT the "S" followed by MCC Ex: 1234567MCC
• Make sure your request was "successful"

FAQ:

• Expect 4-7 days for arrival
• Books check out for an initial 4 weeks and may be renewed 2 more times if no other requests are pending
• Books may be sent to any MCC campus for pick-up
• We will email your student email when the book(s) arrive

Interlibrary loan requests for books not found in the MCC, KC-Towers or MOBIUS catalogs may be placed through the Longview Library Interlibrary loan service. Visit the Longview - Interlibrary Loan subject guide or call 816.604.2080 for more information. 

EBook Databases:

How to download eBooks:

More questions? Click on the following guide for more details on downloading and using MCC eBooks and audiobooks.