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Mon 2nd March

study skills 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. Advance booking is required.
Staffs Motor Club F1 25 League
7pm - 9pm
online
Staffs Motor Club F1 25 Racing League on our discord. Everyone is free to enter!

Tue 3rd March

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Library Search: Advanced
11am - 11:45am
Online via MS Teams
Searching a university library catalogue can be overwhelming, as sometimes there can be so many results to sift through! 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 : AI, ChatGPT and Academia
3pm - 3:45pm
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. Advance booking is required.
Study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Planning your search strategy
3pm - 3:45pm
Online via MS Teams
This session will help you to search for literature systematically. If you need to plan your search for a research project or literature review, then this workshop is for you. Advance booking is required.

Wed 4th March

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Coping with Exams
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
Many students get stressed or worried whilst studying and revising for their exams. This is understandable as exam results can have an direct impact on your grades. Advance booking is required.
study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Referencing basics
6pm - 6:30pm
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. Advance booking is required.

Thu 5th March

Library and Academic Skills workshop: From Busy to Balanced with Digital Productivity
11am - 6:30pm
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. Advanced booking is required.
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. Advance booking is required.

Mon 9th March

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : AI Part 2 - Misinformation, Disinformation and More!
11am - 11:45am
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. Advanced booking is required.
Study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop: Online Training and Support
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
When you think of library resources you probably think of books and journal articles. But the library provides access to more than these! Attend this workshop to find out how resources like Box of Broadcasts and Kanopy can help you.
Staffs Motor Club F1 25 League
7pm - 9pm
online
Staffs Motor Club F1 25 Racing League on our discord. Everyone is free to enter!

Tue 10th March

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop: Planning your Research Project
11am - 11:45am
Online via MS Teams
A research project usually involves an investigation into a topic related to your subject area. It might be primary or secondary research. This workshop will help you to plan how to approach this assignment.

Wed 11th March

Study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Academic reading
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
What's the key to successfully reading for your assignments? This workshop will show you how to locate resources and explain what to do with them - you'll understanding how to effectively take notes. Advance booking is required.
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 then this is the workshop for you. It covers the main issues that students receive feedback about, and offers hints and tips that can be used to develop these areas positively. Advance booking is required.

Thu 12th March

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Database demonstration for Health students
11am - 11:45am
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.
study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Acting on feedback
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
This workshop will help you to improve your grades by raising your awareness of your strengths and areas for development. Advance booking is required.

Mon 16th March

Library and Academic Skills workshop: Designing a Digital Portfolio to suit you
11am - 11:30am
Online via MS Teams
This workshop covers platform options, content planning, personal branding, and reflective storytelling to help you with the foundation of creating a digital portfolio. Advanced booking is required.
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. Advance booking is required.
Staffs Motor Club F1 25 League
7pm - 9pm
online
Staffs Motor Club F1 25 Racing League on our discord. Everyone is free to enter!

Tue 17th March

Study skills 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. Advance booking is required.
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. Advance booking is required.

Wed 18th March

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Coping with Exams
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
Many students get stressed or worried whilst studying and revising for their exams. This is understandable as exam results can have an direct impact on your grades. Advance booking is required.

Thu 19th March

study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Reflective writing
11am - 11:45am
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.
Library and Academic Skills workshop: Digital Balance. Taking care in a connected world
3pm - 3:30pm
Online via MS Teams
It’s essential to prioritse well-being in a world of constant connectivity. This workshop focuses on digital wellness. Advanced booking is required.
study skills Library and Academic Skills workshop : Library Search: Advanced
6pm - 6:45pm
Online via MS Teams
Searching a university library catalogue can be overwhelming, as sometimes there can be so many results to sift through! This session shows you how to search so your results are more specific to the topics you are researching.

Mon 23rd March

Staffs Motor Club F1 25 League
7pm - 9pm
online
Staffs Motor Club F1 25 Racing League on our discord. Everyone is free to enter!
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