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Training and events

We offer a programme of live online training sessions to all OU students and staff. This includes introductions to the online library, how to find information for your assignments and referencing.

The online training sessions are 30 to 60 minutes long and give you live access to a librarian. All the sessions are delivered in Adobe Connect. To find out more about Adobe Connect and to test your audio, please see the Online rooms guidance (login required).

Browse the training sessions below or use the menu on the right-hand side of the page. Click on a session title to find out how to join, download the slides and handout, and access the session recording.

A full list of recent and upcoming events is also available.

The Library Research Support Team also runs a range of training sessions for postgraduate researchers throughout the year.

Mar 18

Smarter searching with library databases

Mon, 18/03/2024 - 07:00

Learn how to access library databases, take advantage of the functionality they offer, and devise a proper search technique.

Mar 20

Reference management tools - an introduction

Wed, 20/03/2024 - 20:00

Learn how reference management tools work and the benefit and risks of using them.

Apr 08

The why and how of referencing

Mon, 08/04/2024 - 19:30

Learn why referencing is important, how to construct references and where to go for help and support.

Apr 15

Introduction to Library Services

Mon, 15/04/2024 - 19:30

Learn about the online library, how to find help and support, and how to access key services to help with your studies or work at the OU.

Apr 23

Using Library Search for your assignment

Tue, 23/04/2024 - 19:30

Learn how to find specific resources and how to find information on a topic using Library Search.