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Library Learning Workshop III
圖書館工作坊 III

03 Mar 2023

1.     Library New Platforms – Databases A-Z & OER

Date: 17 Mar 2023 (Fri)
Time: 4:30 - 5:00 pm (Cantonese)
Venue: Online (Microsoft Teams)

Databases A-Z provides an A-Z list and filters by subjects, types and platform providers to CPCE Libraries’ electronic resources. Open Educational Resources (OER) provides a list of teaching, learning and research materials that reside in the public domain or have been released under an open license which permits no-cost access, use, adaptation and redistribution with no or limited restrictions.

The workshop will cover:

  • A brief introduction to CPCE Libraries Website
  • Databases A-Z
  • Open Educational Resources (OER)

 

2.     OneSearch - How to Search Library Resources

Date: 20 Mar 2023 (Mon)
Time: 4:30 - 5:00 pm (Cantonese)
Venue: Online (Microsoft Teams)

OneSearch is the search platform that enables most of the library’s electronic and print resources to be discovered by using a single search. It streamlines the research process, in which users may search for books, articles, textbooks and more at one stop. OneSearch search results include books, e-books, journal articles, dissertations, audio-visual materials, etc.

The workshop will cover:

  • Limit search results by type of resources, location, date, language, subject, source, etc.
  • Save search notification
  • View search history
  • Export records, etc.

 

3.     Citing References - for Assignments and Research

Date: 22 Mar 2023 (Wed)
Time: 3:30 - 4:00 pm (Cantonese)
  4:30 - 5:00 pm (English)
Venue: Online (Microsoft Teams)

Citing References to avoid Plagiarism in your assignment and research work.

The workshops will cover the basic features of ProQuest RefWorks - from registering the account, creating a personal database of references, and organizing the references, to generating bibliographies in your desired citation styles. You will be able to:

  • Quickly search, find and save an unlimited number of references and full text from any online platform
  • Organize your data with folders and tags
  • Sync your data to your RefWorks account and have a local copy of your full-text

 

To register, please log in and enrol through Library Activities Registration.

For further information, please contact Jan Ip (Academic Support) or call 3746-0863.

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