Library Workshops 2024 (Sep – Nov)
The Library workshops will help you get started and support your ongoing information finding needs. Attending these workshops can help you explore and learn how to use the vast variety of resources for your academic studies and assessments. You will develop the skills and knowledge in finding, evaluating and managing relevant high level information which would be useful for your studies.
All CUHK students and staff are welcome to attend the following library workshops. Seats are limited, so please register now.
Assignment Support Series (Sep-Oct 2024)
Title |
Date & Time |
Venue |
Registration |
LibrarySearch Basics: A Search Engine for Your Assignments and Research
LibrarySearch, is a tool that helps you discover and access different types of library resources, such as books, journal articles, reviews, theses and dissertations.
After attending this workshop, you will be able to:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of LibrarySearch and
- Locate books and journal articles
- Search for materials on a specific topic
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19 Sep 2024 (Thu)
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. |
Online |
Completed |
Using Effective Search Strategy to Find Credible Academic Sources for Your Assignment
Finding credible academic sources to support your research can be challenging.
After attending this workshop, you will be able to:
- Locate required textbooks and course readings for your subjects
- Develop effective search strategies to enhance your research process
- Find and evaluate reliable sources for your assignments and projects
Language: English
This workshop is part of the Academic Success Month, in collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA). |
9 Oct 2024 (Wed)
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. |
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
GenAI Tools for Students: Exploring the Upside and Downside (NEW!)
GenAI is a growing area influencing learning for students. This workshop will provide an introduction and best practices for university students using AI tools.
After attending this workshop, you will be:
- Familiar with the university guideline for students on the use of GenAI tools
- Able to understand their limitations and best practices for using GenAI tools
- Able to explore potential applications of GenAI tools for assignments and projects
Language: English
This workshop is part of the Academic Success Month, in collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA). |
14 Oct 2024 (Mon)
2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
Online |
Completed |
Academic Honesty and Citation Series (Sep-Oct 2024)
Title |
Date & Time |
Venue |
Registration |
Citing Sources Correctly: The Key to Avoiding Plagiarism
Academic referencing is an essential component, and you are always advised to give credit to the sources of work that they use from others.
After attending this workshop, you will be able to:
- Identify and avoid plagiarism
- Cite sources properly, including AI-generated content
- Know how EndNote can streamline the citation process
Language: English
This workshop is part of the Academic Success Month, in collaboration with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA). |
26 Sep 2024 (Thu)
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
YIA LT6, 2/F, Yasumoto International Academic Park (YIA) |
Completed |
Managing Reference Citations with EndNote 21
A hands-on workshop for beginners to learn basic EndNote skills for managing references and citing the sources smoothly.
After attending this workshop, you will be able to:
- Create an EndNote library
- Add references through PDFs, LibrarySearch and various databases to EndNote
- Generate in-text citations and references in MS Word
- Manage references effectively using grouping features
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21 Oct 2024 (Mon)
2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
Change to online via Zoom
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
Managing Reference Citations with RefWorks
This workshop demonstrates how to use RefWorks, a web-based bibliography management tool, to generate bibliographies and in-text citations.
After attending this workshop, you will be able to:
- Set up a RefWorks account
- Add references from various sources, like LibrarySearch and various databases
- Generate citations in your preferred citation style
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29 Oct 2024 (Tue)
2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. |
Change to online via Zoom
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
Job Hunting & Further Studies Series (Oct-Nov 2024)
Title |
Date & Time |
Venue |
Registration |
All You Need to Know about Preparation for Further Studies – From Searching for Information to Writing Personal Statements
A “Personal Statement” is an important vehicle through which you introduce yourself to a third party for a specific purpose – enrolling in a graduate school, applying for a scholarship, etc. This workshop aims at introducing the skills to write good Personal Statements for academic purposes. It will also introduce how university rankings work and resources available at the Library to prepare for IELTS and other graduate school standardized tests.
Speakers:
Ms. Sharon WONG, Lecturer, Independent Learning Centre
Ms. Sue FUNG, Faculty Liaison Librarian (Arts & General Education), CUHK Library
Language: English |
3 Oct 2024 (Thu)
2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
Tips and Strategies in Tackling the Joint Recruitment Examination (JRE) – English Section
An overview of the Joint Recruitment Examination (English Section) will be given. To help you familiarize with the text types in the test, you will be guided to examine the purpose, structure, and language of common government documents.
Speaker:
Dr. Yvonne LOONG, Senior Lecturer, Independent Learning Centre
Language: English |
20 Nov 2024 (Wed)
4:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. |
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
JRE Writing Practice (English Paper)
Participants will practice writing under examination condition based on the materials prepared by the ILC which include tables, figures, and statistical information related to a current issue. To make the best use of this practice opportunity, participants are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to take the preparation workshop “Tips and Strategies in Tackling the JRE” first.
Note: The JRE (Joint Recruitment Examination) is a civil service examination of the HK SAR Government.
Speaker:
Dr. Yvonne LOONG, Senior Lecturer, Independent Learning Centre
Language: English |
Session A
26 Nov 2024 (Tue)
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
Session B
26 Nov 2024 (Tue)
2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
Maker Skills Series (Sep-Oct 2024)
Title |
Date & Time |
Venue |
Registration |
Program A: A 3D Modelling and Printing Workshop for Product Design
The hands-on workshop will provide participants with an introduction to 3D modelling and printing techniques for product design. |
24 Sept 2024 (Tue)
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
Program B: Integrating UV Printer and Laser Cutting in Product Design Workshop
This hands-on workshop will introduce participants to the powerful combination of UV printing and laser cutting technologies in the context of product design and development. |
7 Oct 2024 (Mon)
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
User Education Room,
G/F, University Library |
Completed |
Program C: From 2D Photo to 3D Printing Lightbox
In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to transform a 2D photo into a unique, 3D lightbox using open-source software and 3D printing techniques. |
24 Oct 2024 (Thu)
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Online via Zoom |
Completed |
Medium of Instruction: Cantonese (English will be used if users require.)
Enquiries: Email to eref@cuhk.edu.hk