Study skills
How to search effectively
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Tue 30 May 2023
14:00 - 15:00 - Location
- 2D09, Glenside Campus Library , Further info
- Contact
- UWE Bristol Library Contact the Library
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
This workshop will offer tips on searching specialist databases, with an opportunity for hands-on practice.
Please bring your own laptop, or borrow one from the library beforehand. We recommend you download the session materials from the Study Skills Blackboard course to explore useful links and preview the session content.
Workshop objectives
To feel more confident about:
- identifying relevant subject databases
- developing an effective search strategy
- independently exploring referencing management tools.
How to attend
If you are interested in attending this event, please register via InfoHub.
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
Accessibility
If you have any questions or any accessibility needs, please do contact UWE Bristol Library.
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