Library Services Training and consultations Training and consultations

TRAINING AND CONSULTATION

Information Consultants can recommend how effectively to search for information, correctly cite and create a bibliography in academic works, and use research management and citation tools (Mendeley).
Every September, the Library organizes lectures on information search for first-year students.

Topical training can be arranged on demand.

Contacts: e-mail.: crypt:PGEgaHJlZj0ibWFpbHRvOmluZm9rb25zdWx0YW50YWlAdmd0dS5sdCI+aW5mb2tvbnN1bHRhbnRhaUB2aWxuaXVzdGVjaC5sdDwvYT4=:xx, telephone: (0 5) 251 22 54 (local 9254)

Library services. A guide for beginners

During the training, you will get acquainted with the services and procedures of the VILNIUS TECH Library and reading rooms in the faculties, library resources and search engines. You will learn where and how to find the information you need for studying and how to use library services and systems. The training covers:

Introduction to the functions and services of the central library and reading rooms;
Information retrieval sources, library information resources;
Searching for, ordering, issuing, renewing, and returning publications;
Virtual library, BUS information bridge, and others.

Library services. A guide for beginners video

Searching for scientific information for written works

You will learn about effective literature search techniques and strategies, how to select appropriate sources and methods of information retrieval, how to analyse and organise the results, and how to conduct an accurate search for the information you need for your studies.

The training cover:

VILNIUS TECH Library Information Resource Systems (Virtual Library, databases, Information Bridge BUS, and others.);
Search strategies;
Stages of information retrieval such as defining the need for information and the scope of the search, selection of keywords and search tools, and selection and retention of search results.

Mendeley: An information management tool

During the training, you will learn about the bibliographic records management software Mendeley. You will learn how to install the software, create an account, upload, save and manage records, cite literature and create reference lists.

The training covers:

A brief introduction to bibliographic information management tools and their purpose;
How to get started with Mendeley, an overview of its functionality;
Examples of citation and reference list building with Mendeley.

Information management tool Mendeley possibilities are summarized in the second presentation “Mendeley: an information management tool” presented at the ATHENA webinar “Utilize the accessible resources wisely: journal assessment for publishing and information management using Mendeley tool”.
Presentation video recording >>>
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Moodle course „Library training: how to find and use information resources“

Library training: how to find and use information resources

This course introduces Library and services. You will learn about effective literature search techniques and strategies, how to select appropriate sources and methods of information retrieval, how to analyze and organize the results, and how to conduct an accurate search for the information you need for your studies. Also, you will learn how to practically use the bibliographic information management tools and etc.

Databases for the VILNIUS TECH Community

This training provides a comprehensive overview of academic databases and digital resources available to the VILNIUS TECH community. Participants will learn how to access, navigate, and effectively utilize these tools for research, learning, and teaching.

Topics include:

Subscribed, trial, and video databases
Subject-specific resources and research evaluation tools
Electronic dictionaries and text/audio records
VILNIUS TECH Virtual Library, eBooks, and eJournals
Lithuanian Academic Electronic Library

By the end of the session, participants will have the skills to efficiently locate, evaluate, and apply scholarly information in their academic work.

- Page administrators:
- Jolanta Juršėnė
- Asta Katinaitė-Griežienė
- Olena Dubova
- Orinta Sajetienė
- Ugnė Daraškevičiūtė