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Libraries to offer Research Skills workshop series

Research Skills Library

Learn research tips and tricks to succeed in academics. Prep for your next research assignment, find resources for a literature review, situate yourself in previous literature, and learn where to find key resources by attending one or more of these workshops. 

From Page to Database: Finding Scholarly Articles from Popular Sources
Do you want to be able to identify quality articles and find scholarly sources from articles you might see in casual reading? This workshop will help alleviate the stress of research by bolstering your skills in both of those fields. Be prepared for some interactive participation in evaluating articles.
Register for the workshop scheduled from 2-3 p.m. on Thursday, March 23

Research Tools and Software for Academic Writing
This workshop will highlight popular online tools that assist writers with various stages of paper or essay writing. Find out ways to improve your writing skills with online tools designed to help you write more effectively. Writing and research tools discussed will cover topics including grammar, editing, plagiarism, citation management and note-taking software.
Register for the workshop scheduled from noon-1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4

Preparing for Research Abroad
Are you traveling to another country for a research trip? Are you applying for an international grant, fellowship, or exchange program? This workshop will offer guidance for students and scholars who are planning, while abroad, to conduct fieldwork or visit archives, libraries and other cultural institutions.
Register for the workshop scheduled from from 5-6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5

Getting Started on a Literature Review
Do you have a literature review in your future? Come learn the steps of a lit review and practice database search strategies.
Register for the workshop scheduled from 2-3:15 p.m. on Thursday, April 13