Understanding the basics

Get a head start on your research projects by learning the fundamentals of literature research during this two-hour workshop. You’ll learn what to look out for when researching online, how to judge the value of a source and how to understand the ways in which biases can influence methods and interpretations.

This rookie course is a must for everyone who wants to avoid the most commonly made mistakes.

You’ll learn to:

•    make reasoned choices in looking for information;

•    recognize the value (academic) information possesses;

•    formulate a well-founded opinion about accessibility of information to the public;

•    reflect on how your own biases can influence method and interpretation;

•    examine new information critically.

Are you familiar with the basics of literature research? Consider attending the advanced literature search workshops for more in-depth information and advice.

Before you attend the workshop

Please consult the LibGuide Research skills- Basic level in advance for an overview of the material that is discussed.

Two days preceding the workshop, you'll receive an email with additional information, exercises and a handout plus a link to the Zoom videoconference.

The practicalities

This online workshop is particularly meant for people with 'distance' to the university because of mobility, impairment, health risks or other challenges.

How this workshop benefitted other students:

"This course does help a lot! You make it clear and easy for me to understand"