BTC Library
Database and Resource Trials and Cancellations
Library Services
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Introduction
Trials provide temporary access to databases. Trials are secured by library staff, WTCS consortia, and from vendors. All available trials are listed here. Trials are an opportunity to learn about different research tools and evaluate their relevance to Blackhawk Technical College programs. Please note that funding may not be available to subscribe to all trial databases. Test the databases below and fill out the feedback form to give input.
Currently Available Trial Databases
Purchased Trials
- PrepSTEP for Community Colleges This link opens in a new window
PrepSTEP for Community Colleges includes 10 targeted learning centers containing practice tests, self-directed tutorials, microlessons, e-books, articles and flashcards for: college success skills, core math and science and English skills. Includes career preparation, placement test preparation, High School Equivalency Center and a Spanish Center (Recursos Para Hispanohablantes).
- Business: Insights (Gale) This link opens in a new window
Gale Business: Insights provides an extensive collection of business intelligence, combining; Gale reference content with respected business sources and full-text periodicals to help researchers understand today's global business environment. Users can access more than 430,000 detailed company profiles with company financial data, in-depth country overviews, and comprehensive industry profiles to stay current with the ever-evolving business landscape.
Feedback Form
Purchase Recommendation Form
To request a trial, fill out a the recommendation form below.