Feb
02
The why and how of referencing
Thu, 02/02/2023 - 12:30
Learn why referencing is important, how to construct references and where to go for help and support.
Library Services
Your gateway to a wide range of online information resources
Online training sessions
Library Services offers a programme of live online training sessions to all OU students and staff.
The online training sessions are 30 to 45 minutes long and provide an online alternative to face-to-face training while still allowing you live access to a librarian. To find out more about the tool we use and to access a room to test your audio, please see the Online rooms guidance (login required).
Recordings of the live training sessions are available underneath the 'Join Room' link on the session pages and A list of recent and upcoming events are also available.
The Library Research Support Team runs a range of additional online training sessions throughout the year aimed at staff and postgraduate research students.
Online training sessions
Upcoming Training and events
Feb
02
Feb
06
Introduction to Library Services
Mon, 06/02/2023 - 20:00
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.
Feb
13
Reference management tools - an introduction
Mon, 13/02/2023 - 20:00
Learn how reference management tools work and the benefit and risks of using them.
Feb
16
Managing your digital footprint
Thu, 16/02/2023 - 19:30
Learn how your digital footprint is created and how to create a positive online identity.
Feb
21
Smarter searching with library databases
Tue, 21/02/2023 - 07:00
Learn how to access library databases, take advantage of the functionality they offer, and devise a proper search technique.
Feb
22
Introduction to Library Services
Wed, 22/02/2023 - 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.
Feb
28
The why and how of referencing
Tue, 28/02/2023 - 19:30
Learn why referencing is important, how to construct references and where to go for help and support.
Mar
07
Using Library Search for your assignment
Tue, 07/03/2023 - 12:30
Learn how to find specific resources and how to find information on a topic using Library Search.
Mar
13
Assessing the reliability of information for your assignment
Mon, 13/03/2023 - 19:30
Learn how to evaluate information and why it is important to look critically at online information sources.
Mar
16
Reference management tools - an introduction
Thu, 16/03/2023 - 19:30
Learn how reference management tools work and the benefit and risks of using them.
Mar
22
The why and how of referencing
Wed, 22/03/2023 - 07:00
Learn why referencing is important, how to construct references and where to go for help and support.
Mar
30
Smarter searching with library databases
Thu, 30/03/2023 - 19:30
Learn how to access library databases, take advantage of the functionality they offer, and devise a proper search technique.
Apr
03
Using Library Search for your assignment
Mon, 03/04/2023 - 19:30
Learn how to find specific resources and how to find information on a topic using Library Search.
Apr
13
Improving your experience accessing online resources
Thu, 13/04/2023 - 19:30
If you experience difficulties in reading some full text formats this session will show you how to make adjustments to improve accessibility.
Apr
24
Introduction to Library Services
Mon, 24/04/2023 - 20:00
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
26
The why and how of referencing
Wed, 26/04/2023 - 19:30
Learn why referencing is important, how to construct references and where to go for help and support.
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