Skip to Main Content

E-books: Sage Research Methods

Database Alerts!

Alerts

HR Hero is currently experiencing access issues from our institution. The vendor has been informed and is working on correcting the issue.

Due to scheduled maintenance, the library's catalog may be unavailable from 10:00 PM to 11:40 PM on Tuesday May 14, 2024.

EBSCO eBooks have a known printing issue within the Chrome browser. The vendor is aware of the issue and is working on a fix.

Access to the ERIC database is active through EBSCO, but full-text for some documents may not be available. “PDF Release Pending” means that the document cannot be released electronically at this time due to concerns about personally identifiable information in some older, non-peer reviewed documents. No other EBSCO databases are affected.

Please email librarycollections@tamusa.edu to report issues accessing a database not listed in the alerts.

Terms and Conditions of Use

By using any of the following electronic resources, you agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions of Use.

E-books FAQ Chart

Sage Research Methods (Sage Publications) FAQ

Click one of the categories below or scroll down to find answers to frequently asked questions about Sage Research Methods (Sage Publications).

 

Can I view e-books if I'm using a PC? Do I need special software?

Yes, you can view e-books using a PC. No, you do not need special software.

Can I download e-books if I'm using a PC? Do I need special software?

Yes, you can download e-books using a PC. You will need a PDF viewer, such as Adobe Reader.

 

Mac

Can I view e-books if I'm using a Mac? Do I need special software?

Yes, you can view e-books using a Mac. No, you do not need special software.

Can I download e-books if I'm using a Mac? Do I need special software?

Yes, you can download e-books using a Mac. You will need a PDF viewer, such as Adobe Reader.

 

 Mobile Devices

Can I use my mobile device or tablet to view e-books? Do I need special software?

Yes, you can view e-books using your mobile device or tablet. No, you do not need special software.

Can I use my mobile device or tablet to download e-books? Do I need special software?

Yes, you can download e-books. You will need a PDF viewer, such as Adobe Reader.

 

Account Information

Do I need to set up an account to view e-books?

No, you do not need to set up an account to view e-books.

Do I need to set up an account to download e-books?

No, you do not need to set up an account to download e-books.

 

Downloading

Can I download e-book chapters?

Yes, you can download e-book chapters.

Can I download entire e-books?

Yes, you can download entire e-books, but it must be one chapter at a time.

What file formats can I download e-books in?

You can download chapters and entire e-books in PDF format.

 

Circulation

How many people can view or check out an e-book at one time?

There is no limit to the number of people who can view an e-book at one time. E-books cannot be checked out.

What is the check out period for e-books?

E-books cannot be checked out.

Can I place a hold on an e-book?

Since any number of people can view e-book chapters at the same time, there is no need to place holds on e-books.

 

Features

Can I print pages of e-books?

Yes, you can print e-books by chapter.

Can I take notes in e-books?

Yes, you can take notes in e-books if you download the chapters as PDFfiles.

Can I bookmark pages in e-books?

No, you cannot bookmark specific pages in e-books.

Can I highlight passages of e-books?

Yes, you can highlight passages of e-books if you download the chapters as PDF files.

 

Citations

Can I export citations?

Yes, you can export citations in multiple formats.

 

Library Information

Ask Us Now!

chat loading...

For other ways to connect with us visit our Contact Us page.

Please visit our calendar for a day by day breakdown of the library's hours of operation.

Looking for a quiet place to study or a space to collaborate with group members?  The library has lots of study rooms to fit your needs.  Visit this calendar to select the date/time you wish to reserve your room.