Library Workshops
October 2024
Workshop | Date & Time | Venue | Registration |
Sharing Search Habits & Academic Writing for Your Assignment Success In this workshop, participants will enhance their search skills and academic writing techniques for successful assignments. Topics covered: · General Search Strategies: Delve into key concepts for effective searches, master search techniques, and execute searches efficiently. · Search Tips for Assignments: Learn to enable “Peer-reviewed” options, use filters, leverage hotkeys for quicker searches, access databases, and explore relevant reference sources. · Academic Writing: Focus on understanding academic texts and assignment structures. | English Session: 9 Oct 2024 (Wed) 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm Cantonese Session [Putonghua will be used if users require]: 10 Oct 2024 (Thu) 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm | 6/F Library – Digital Imaging Lab (LC602) and Zoom | Completed |
APA & Other Referencing Made Easy Citation is a fundamental aspect of academic writing at the university level, crucial for maintaining academic integrity and averting unintentional plagiarism. This workshop at HKSYU offers practical guidance on implementing the APA citation style (7th ed.) and effective strategies to prevent plagiarism. Participants will also gain insights into correctly citing generative AI in APA format. Topics covered: · Importance of Citation: Understanding the significance of citation in academic writing. · APA Style Guidance: Tips on utilizing the APA citation style (7th ed.) within the academic framework of HKSYU. · Plagiarism Prevention: Strategies to avoid plagiarism and uphold academic integrity. · Citing Generative AI: Specific instructions on citing generative AI sources in APA style. | English Session: 16 Oct 2024 (Wed) 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm Cantonese Session [Putonghua will be used if users require]: 18 Oct 2024 (Fri) 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm | 6/F Library – Digital Imaging Lab (LC602) and Zoom | Completed |
Managing Citations with Tools Effectively Tailored for novices, the EndNote Workshop focuses on maximizing the potential of EndNote 21 for academic research and assignments, promising significant time efficiency gains. Participants will gain in-depth insights into leveraging EndNote as a reference management solution, encompassing reference collection, organization, and administration across diverse academic disciplines. Moreover, attendees will learn to seamlessly generate citations and reference lists in any citation style directly within Microsoft Word. Topics covered: · Overview of EndNote: Understanding the interface, features, and capabilities of EndNote to maximize its utility. · Download and Installation Process: Step-by-step guidance on downloading EndNote software. · Setting up Your EndNote Library: Instructions on creating and organizing your library, setting preferences, and customizing your workspace. · Adding and Managing References: Techniques for efficiently adding references, organizing them into folders, and maintaining a well-structured database. · Utilizing the “Cite While You Write” Feature: Learning how to seamlessly insert citations and create reference lists within your documents using the integrated citation tool in Microsoft Word. | English Session: 23 Oct 2024 (Wed) 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Cantonese Session [Putonghua will be used if users require]: 23 Oct 2024 (Wed) 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm | 6/F Library – Digital Imaging Lab (LC602) and Zoom | Completed |
Technology in Modern Learning Technology plays a pivotal role in modern learning, offering innovative tools to enhance educational experiences. The workshop on Technology in Modern Learning at HKSYU introduces the ChatGPT service, designed to assist students in brainstorming background information for assignments. Participants will explore the features of library-subscribed databases, such as the AI tools integrated into CNKI and the Research AI capabilities available on Statista. Additionally, the workshop will cover best practices for citing sources and methods to identify computer-generated text online. Topics covered: · HKSYU ChatGPT Service: Utilizing ChatGPT to facilitate background information brainstorming for assignments. · Library-Subscribed Database Features: AI Tools in CNKI: Exploring AI tools embedded within CNKI for research and data analysis; Research AI on Statista: Leveraging Research AI features on Statista for comprehensive statistical analysis.” is grammatically correct. · Citing Sources: Guidelines and best practices for properly citing sources in academic writing. · Detecting Computer-Generated Text Online: Strategies for identifying and verifying computer-generated content on the internet. | English Session: 25 Oct 2024 (Fri) 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Cantonese Session [Putonghua will be used if users require]: 25 Oct 2024 (Fri) 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm | 6/F Library – Digital Imaging Lab (LC602) and Zoom | Completed |
September 2024
Workshop | Date & Time | Handout | Recording |
Gale: Digital Sources for Historical Research | 23 Sep 2024 (Mon) 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Download | View |
超星系列數據庫:查找中文電子資源 | 23 Sep 2024 (Mon) 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | N/A | View |
Effective Legal Research with Westlaw Asia | 24 Sep 2024 (Tue) 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Download | View |
Effective Legal Research with Lexis China | 24 Sep 2024 (Tue) 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | N/A | View |
The Holistic Approach to Your Research on Sage | 25 Sep 2024 (Wed) 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Download | View |
Mastering EBSCO Database: Effective Search Strategies and Advanced Research Techniques | 25 Sep 2024 (Wed) 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Download | View |
Using Statista’s Customer Market, Industry, and Company Data and Analysis for Your Research | 26 Sep 2024 (Thu) 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Download | View |
認識中國知網 — 中文文獻檢索及應用 | 26 Sep 2024 (Thu) 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | Download | View |
Research for Different Subject Criteria on ProQuest Databases | 27 Sep 2024 (Fri) 10:00 am to 11:30 am | Download | View |
Accessing Resources Across a Wide Range of Subject Areas in Oxford Databases | 27 Sep 2024 (Fri) 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm | N/A | View |
The Library, HKSYU Language Centre, and ClarityEnglish organised a webinar in September 2024. You may access the Zoom recording below:
Title |
Date &
Time |
Venue |
Recordings |
ClarityEnglish Webinar This webinar introduces ClarityEnglish
resources for students, which include the following English learning
programs: 1.
Road to
IETLS 2.
Clear
Pronunciation 1 & 2 3.
Practical
Writing 4.
Study Skills
Success 5.
Tense Buster Speaker: Ms. Jophie Tang
(Business Development Manager, ClarityEnglish) |
24 Sep 2024 (Tue) |
Zoom |
English |
March 2024
The Library organised the following workshop with the database vendor in March 2024. You may access the documents of the PowerPoint presentation and the demonstrations to review the content of the workshop.
Title |
Date &
Time |
Venue |
Recordings |
PowerPoint and relevant documents |
Gallup Analytics Training – To
leverage the data for your research efforts This online workshop is provided by the
database vendor for you to learn the basics of the library-subscribed
database, Gallup Analytics. Gallup Analytics is a searchable
database that offers access to trend statistics aggregated from over 10 years
of international public opinion data from more than 160 countries and areas,
as well as over 80 years of U.S. national data and historical trends at the
country, state, and U.S. city levels. Users can explore data across various
demographic and socio-economic groups (including income, education, age and gender) and compare results across geographies to
develop and report findings. The database also provides direct citations of
Gallup’s work. Speaker: Mr.
Kris Hodgins (Manager, Gallup Analytics) Topic covered: 1. Overview of Gallup Data –
World
Poll data collection methodology –
What
metrics are collected through the World Poll –
Example
findings from the World Poll 2. Live Demonstration of the Gallup
Analytics Portal –
Overview
of functionality – how to pull results from Gallup polls |
8 Mar 2024 (Fri) |
Zoom |
N/A |
January 2024
The Library designed practical library workshops to help you get started on your academic journey and support your information-finding needs. Attending these library workshops can help you enhance your information skills and research abilities for your academic studies and assessments. You will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to search, evaluate, and manage valuable information relevant to your studies.
If you missed the opportunity to join the Workshop in October 2023, we strongly recommend that you attend the Library Workshop to enhance your academic skills.
Title |
Date &
Time |
Venue |
Recordings |
PowerPoint (PDF) |
Qualtrics for Beginners Qualtrics is a robust online survey tool used
for conducting survey research, gathering feedback, or collecting data to
support the needs of your department. The Qualtrics Workshop is specifically
designed for beginners. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of
Qualtrics and develop skills in designing, editing, distributing, and
managing a survey project using Qualtrics. Topics covered: 1.
Introduction 2.
Registration 3.
Login 4.
Creating
a New Project
1.
Adding
/ Editing / Deleting a Question 2.
Copying
a Question 3.
Moving
a Question 4.
Auto-Numbering
Questions 5.
Logic
flow of the Survey (Skip Logic & Display Logic) 6.
Adding
a Page Break 7.
Customising the Survey
1.
Previewing
the Survey 2.
Setting
Up Email Contacts 3.
Distributing
the Survey
1.
Viewing
the Data 2.
Analysing the Data 3.
Showing
the Results & Reporting |
1 Feb 2024 (Thu) |
6/F Library – Learning Lab |
Cantonese Putonghua |
All HKSYU students and staff, in groups of five or more, are welcome to request the above workshops at a specific date and time to meet their information needs. Please send an email to libinfo@hksyu.edu to make your request.