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Mon 5th October

Digital Skills workshop: Digital Induction Essentials
10am - 10:30am
Online via MS Teams
This session will introduce the key platforms you will use throughout your academic journey at the University of Staffordshire, and how to navigate them effectively.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Academic Writing
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
Academic writing can be daunting when you start university. But help is at hand! This workshop covers the dos and don'ts of academic writing and explains how to adopt the right style.
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 6th October

Library and Academic Skills workshop: Postgraduate Welcome
11am - 11:45am
Online via MS Teams
The workshop will demonstrate how to access Library and Academic Skills support and how to top up your skills if you have had a break in study. All postgraduates are welcome whether you are new to the university or are a returning student.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Introduction to Library Search
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
This session will help you to familiarise yourself with some of the resources you can use when writing your assignments. You will learn how to find a book, an eBook and a journal article using Library Search and its AI Research Assistant.

Wed 7th October

Digital Skills workshop: Introduction to Generative AI
2pm - 3pm
Online via MS Teams
Want to learn more about Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT? Attend this session to learn about AI, ChatGPT, the ethical implications and uses in university.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Academic Writing
6pm - 6:30pm
Online via MS Teams
Academic writing can be daunting when you start university. But help is at hand! This workshop covers the dos and don'ts of academic writing and explains how to adopt the right style.

Thu 8th October

Digital Skills workshop: Digital Induction Essentials
10am - 10:30am
Online via MS Teams
This session will introduce the key platforms you will use throughout your academic journey at the University of Staffordshire, and how to navigate them effectively.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Academic Reading
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
This beginner's workshop will show you how to locate resources and then what to do with them - you'll understanding how to effectively take notes, reference material and how evidencing claims you make in your assignments is vital.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Planning and Time Management
3pm - 3:30pm
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. This workshop discusses strategies you could use to ensure you prioritise tasks.

Mon 12th October

Library and Academic Skills workshops: Study Hacks: Tips for Success at University
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
Study at university can be overwhelming but there are hacks (things you can do, and tools you can use) to make it easier. These include tips and tools to help with reading, writing, planning and organising, collaborating with others and more.
Digital Skills workshop: Digital Induction Essentials
2pm - 2:30pm
Online via MS Teams
This session will introduce the key platforms you will use throughout your academic journey at the University of Staffordshire, and how to navigate them effectively.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Introduction to Library Search
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
This session will help you to familiarise yourself with some of the resources you can use when writing your assignments. You will learn how to find a book, an eBook and a journal article using Library Search and its AI Research Assistant.

Tue 13th October

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.
Digital Skills workshop: Kickstarting your Digital Journey
2pm - 2:30pm
Online via MS Teams
In today's fast-paced, technology-driven environment, digital skills are essential for personal and professional success. This workshop covers the core strands of what digital skills are as well as getting started with the Jisc Discovery Tool.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: What is Analysis?
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
Learning Outcomes often ask students to 'analyse', and marker feedback often indicates that more analysis is required. But what does this mean in practice? Attend this workshop to find out.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Introduction to Library Search
6pm - 6:30pm
Online via MS Teams
This session will help you to familiarise yourself with some of the resources you can use when writing your assignments. You will learn how to find a book, an eBook and a journal article using Library Search and its AI Research Assistant.

Thu 15th October

Digital Skills workshop: Digital Induction Essentials
10am - 10:30am
Online via MS Teams
This session will introduce the key platforms you will use throughout your academic journey at the University of Staffordshire, and how to navigate them effectively.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Critical Writing
11am - 11:45am
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.
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