This is an introductory session aimed at those starting out in research, or returning to research. It is useful for people conducting an extensive search, for example as part of a literature review. It is about planning for a search - it does not cover specific subjects or databases. The session covers • Planning for … Continue reading Finding sources
This is an introductory session to ASSIA, a social science database. In the session we'll demonstrate various search tips which are useful in ASSIA and can also be applied across other databases on the ProQuest platform. Booking link
University English Scheme, Semester 2 Non-credit Academic English Classes Academic English for your PhD is a module for students working independently on a research degree (e.g. PhD). The focus will be on practising and developing the language and rhetoric to explain and present your research in both written and spoken formats. UES Classes Sem 2 … Continue reading Academic English for Your PhD
The benefits of Research Data Management and how to do it • Research Data Management in a nutshell • Why, when and what to plan • Managing live data • Selecting data for preservation • Preserving and sharing data • Write your own data management plan Booking link
Part of a programme of 4 sessions. Further information https://blogs.shu.ac.uk/doctoralschool/training-and-development-2/teaching-skills/ Enquiries via doctoralschool@shu.ac.uk
The workshop focuses on teaching researchers from any discipline on how to apply essential digital methods to analyse the data derived from social media. To better understand contemporary society, social media has become an important area of interest, raising imperative questions across all disciplines. The aim of the workshop is to give students a theoretical … Continue reading Introduction to Social Media Analysis – Workshop (Researcher-led Activity)
Training on abstract writing, with an IMPACT conference focus Led by Becky Shaw (Postgraduate Research Tutor ADRC and acting PGR Lead C3RI) and Alison Honnor, Impact Researcher C3Ri. This session will explore research impact, and help you identity how it might be generated in your research. It will also help you to start planning your … Continue reading IMPACT 2018 Training – Abstract writing
This is an introductory session to IEEE, an engineering database. In the session we'll demonstrate various search tips which are useful in IEEE. Booking link
In this session you will be able to set up an account and begin using RefWorks management software, with the assistance of library research support staff. Booking link
This is an introductory session to Art Full Text. In the session we'll demonstrate various search tips which are useful in Art Full text and can also be applied across other databases on the Ebsco platform. Booking link