Description of training workshops: People, Learn, Space, Connect - Library

Duration of sessions varies - most are 45-60 minutes

Learn...about the library

Use the library catalogue and online reserve, renew and reserve book, other libraries .

• Search the library catalogue for textbooks and recommended reading
• Find your course material in Online Reserve
• How to place holds (reservations)
• Renew your books online
• Borrow from other university and TAFE libraries
• Where things are, and where you go for help

Guides and help sheets for library services, the catalogue, databases, etc.

Connect...to information

Find journal articles in library databases. Practice in class with real examples.

• Find the right database for your subject area
• Tips for better searching, and advanced Google tricks
• Get the full text (SFX)
• Email, print and save results
• Find articles in Google Scholar

Subject Starter Guides - subject guides to online resources

Learn...Referencing

[For Undergraduates and TAFE students]

Learn how to cite and reference your assignments correctly

• Why you write references for your assignments
• Aviod plagiarism and produce professional assignments
• Cite books, journal articles, web pages and other information in the correct format
• Practice in class with real examples

Swinburne plagiarism guide (PDF) | Harvard System referencing guide

EndNote

[For Swinburne postgraduate students, honours students and staff]

Learn how to create your own database of references using EndNote bibliographic software.
Training comprises 1 hands-on workshop session of 2 hours. Bookings are essential.

• Manage your collected references
• Create bibliographies in a variety of styles
• Importing records from Swinburne Library databases and other external sources
• Use EndNote with Word (Cite-While-You-Write)

More information about Endnote