Library News

Dear All,

Keep learning! The University Library newly organizes the online trainings about database platform training, academic writing and getting published. Please find the schedules below:

1. Information retrieval from academic sources with Emerald
Date: Apr 9, 2020 (Thursday)
Time: 11:00 AM
Duration: 45 mins (Q & A included)

In this online session, you will learn how to utilize Emerald's online database, Emerald Insight, to search and read your desired references. Recommended for undergraduate students or postgraduate freshmen.

Please register for this workshop at:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7269372054964960013

2. Academic Writing ABCs: Crash Course for beginners
Date: Apr 14, 2020 (Tuesday)
Time: 14:30 AM
Duration: 90 mins (Q & A included)

In this online session, you will navigate through the basic dissertation structure and learn what to and not to do when writing each part of an academic essay. You will also learn how to research more accurately and efficiently with the help of Emerald's online database, Emerald Insight. Recommended for undergraduate or postgraduate students looking to write their first academic paper.

Please register for this workshop at:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7858586042638998541

3. Guide to Getting Published: Hacks and Traps
Date: Apr 15, 2020 (Wednesday)
Time: 11:00 AM
Duration: 60 mins (Q & A included)

In this online session, you will navigate through the progress of peer review and publishing and in turn have a better knowledge of what to expect when you submit your paper. You will also learn about predatory publishing and how to avoid falling prey to them. In short, at the end of this workshop, you will know how to select the journal that suites your works best. Recommended for PhD students, professors or any academics looking to publish their work.

Please register for this workshop at:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2521558800437585421

After registration, the attendees will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

For any enquires, please feel free to contact us by sending an email to lib_ref@um.edu.mo. Thank you.

Regards,

UM Library