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University and District Library

Shortest writing day of the year

Bibliothek wissenschaftliches Arbeiten

Date

Tuesday, 03 December 2024

Time

15:00 - 19:00

Location

Library, Campus Sankt Augustin

Winter means shorter days! That's why we, the library and the Writing Centre, want to inform and advise you all the more intensively on the topic of ‘Academic Writing’. All students are kindly invited to the following free workshops!
  • Ten tips for academic writing: This workshop will show you how to avoid the classic mistakes and improve your academic writing.
    15:00 - 15:45 
  • Narrow down my topic and develop a research question: How can you derive a concrete research question from your topic and thus approach a writing project with a focused mindset?(In German, questions welcome in English)
    15:00 - 15:45
  • Paraphrasing, direct quotations and citations – what do I need to know? Find out how best to avoid plagiarism and how to paraphrase well.
    16:15 - 17:00

  • SciFlow - easy scientific writing and publishing: SciFlow is an alternative to Microsoft Word with templates for your scientific papers. The online text editor offers simple functions for (collaborative) writing, citing and publishing scientific papers and articles. (In German, questions welcome in English)
    16:15 - 17:00

  • Transition from Citavi to Zotero (BibLounge): You will receive tips and tricks for an easy transition from Citavi to Zotero. (In German, questions welcome in English - Participation also possible from home.)
    17:00 - 17:30

  • Literature management with Zotero Basic: Information on downloading and getting started with Zotero. The most important functions for effective work with the reference management programme will be demonstrated. (In German, questions welcome in English)
    17:45 - 18:30

  • Learning and scientific work with AI: In the digital age, artificial intelligence has become indispensable. AI is also increasingly being used for learning and scientific work. This workshop will show the potential of AI for studying. (In German, questions welcome in English)
    17:45 - 18:30

There will be short breaks between the workshops - with small snacks for an energy boost!

 

During the event, the staff of the Library and the Writing Centre will also be available to answer your individual questions and provide support.

If you do not have a LEA account, please register at the following e-mail address: bibliothek@h-brs.de