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Fri 14th November

Library and Academic Skills workshop: Tips for Recording a PowerPoint
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
This workshop will guide participants through using PowerPoint’s powerful recording tools to create engaging presentations.

Mon 17th November

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Referencing basics
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
This session will introduce you to the tools available to help you reference the sources of information that you have used in your work.
study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Using RefWorks
3pm - 3:45pm
Online via MS Teams
RefWorks is an easy-to-use tool for citation, bibliography and reference management.
study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : AI Part 2 - Misinformation, Disinformation and More!
6pm - 6:45pm
Online via MS Teams
Delve deeper into AI's influence on information with "AI Part 2: Misinformation, Disinformation and More!" Explore how AI shapes narratives and learn strategies for critical thinking in the digital age.

Tue 18th November

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Database demonstration for Health students
3pm - 3:45pm
Online via MS Teams
Aimed at Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health (Paramedic Science and Operating Department Practice) students, this presentation will include demonstrations of some of the main databases that are key for health students to use.

Wed 19th November

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Presentations
3pm - 3:45pm
Online via MS Teams
It is common for you to be asked to create a presentation instead of write an essay or report. This workshop explores what this involves and how to prepare for, plan, practice and present this style of assignment.

Thu 20th November

Library and Academic Skills workshop : Planning and time management
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
Do you sometimes lack focus and not leave sufficient time for important things? If so, you need to learn how to recognise your avoidance activities and take control.
study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Doing a literature review
3pm - 3:45pm
Online via MS Teams
Literature reviews are often required for longer pieces of work such as dissertations and Final Year Projects. This workshop will help you understand what a literature review is and how to approach this effectively.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Things to do before you hand in your assignment
6pm - 6:45pm
Online via MS Teams
If you are finding assignments challenging, or if you want to know how you can develop your academic writing skills, then this is the workshop for you.

Fri 21st November

Library and Academic Skills workshop: From Busy to Balanced with Digital Productivity
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
This workshop is designed to help participants harness the power of digital tools to optimise workflows, manage time effectively, and enhance overall productivity.

Mon 24th November

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Tackling an assignment
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
This workshop will help you to consider how to effectively approach your assignment and understand what is required.

Tue 25th November

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Using Library Search (Advanced)
11am - 11:45am
Online via MS Teams
This session shows you how to search so your results are more specific to the topics you are researching.
Study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Critical writing
3pm - 3:45pm
Online via MS Teams
Develop your ability to write critically. This means learning to use the literature to support the arguments and assumptions you want to make in your writing.

Wed 26th November

Study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Critical writing
6pm - 6:45pm
Online via MS Teams
Develop your ability to write critically. This means learning to use the literature to support the arguments and assumptions you want to make in your writing.

Thu 27th November

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Acting on feedback
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
This workshop will help you to improve your grades by raising your awareness of your strengths and areas for development.
study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Reflective writing
3pm - 3:45pm
Online via MS Teams
The session will explore the use of reflective models and how to plan and structure a piece of reflective writing. In addition, an Academic Librarian and Skills Tutor will reveal common problems with reflective writing and highlight good practice.

Fri 28th November

Library and Academic Skills workshop: Digital Balance. Taking care in a connected world
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
It’s essential to prioritse well-being in a world of constant connectivity. This workshop focuses on digital wellness.

Thu 4th December

Game Night
6pm - 8pm
Come and play your favourite horror games along with us in our Discord server.

Thu 18th December

Book Club
6pm - 8pm
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