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Here, you can browse and register for upcoming seminars covering a range of library and research skills. You can also book one-to-one sessions with our library team for tailored support on topics such as finding and evaluating information, managing references, using library resources effectively, and more.

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Intro to Systematic Review Online

This introductory session will provide a clear, accessible overview of what a systematic review is and how it differs from other types of literature reviews. We will outline the key stages in the...  More
Date:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Time:
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Audience:
  PG  
Categories:
  Research Support  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 35 seats left
Intro to Systematic Review

Critical Analysis

Critical analysis is the thing that turns a good piece of work into an excellent piece of work. Join the Academic Skills team for a seminar on critical analysis, so you can make your good work...  More
Date:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Time:
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience:
  PG     UG  
Categories:
  Academic Skills  
Critical Analysis

Critical Appraisal; mitigating bias in health research Online

Critical Appraisal is a key skill but why is it so complicated? This 45-minute course run by UHNM and Keele Librarians will help build your confidence in appraising a RCT. By going through key...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time:
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Audience:
  PG     Academic     NHS  
Categories:
  Research     Health Trainers  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 48 seats left
Critical Appraisal; mitigating bias in health research

How Not to Lose Marks: Interpreting Assignment Briefs

Making sure your work hits the brief is vital for doing well at university. Even the world’s best essay on molecular biochemistry would score a zero if it was submitted for a business management...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time:
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Audience:
  PG     UG  
Categories:
  Academic Skills  
How Not to Lose Marks: Interpreting Assignment Briefs

Writing Retreat In-Person / Online

Writing Retreat for Researchers Hosted by Library Research Services and the Keele Doctoral Academy (KDA) Join our Writing Retreat, designed for postgraduate researchers and staff who want to...  More
Date:
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time:
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:
Campus Library
Audience:
  PG  
Categories:
  Research Support  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 60 seats left
Writing Retreat

Generative Artificial Intelligence

Like all tools, there’s a right and a wrong way to use Generative AI tools. Used in the wrong way, Generative AI tools can cause dependency and undermine your learning. However, when used in the...  More
Date:
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Time:
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Audience:
  PG     UG  
Categories:
  Academic Skills  
Generative Artificial Intelligence

RefWorks for Researchers In-Person / Online

Optimise your referencing workflow with advanced RefWorks features, such as deduplication and exporting. - Use advanced RefWorks functions to clean and manage reference libraries.- Export data and...  More
Date:
Monday, February 2, 2026
Time:
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location:
Campus Library
Audience:
  PG  
Categories:
  Research Support  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration / Online Registration
Register! - 65 seats left
RefWorks for Researchers

Effective Notetaking

Have you ever sat in a lecture and tried to write down everything the lecturer says? Took notes from textbook by copying out paragraphs? You’re doing it wrong. Join the Academic Skills team for a...  More
Date:
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time:
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience:
  PG     UG  
Categories:
  Getting Started  
Effective Notetaking

Generative Artificial Intelligence

Like all tools, there’s a right and a wrong way to use Generative AI tools. Used in the wrong way, Generative AI tools can cause dependency and undermine your learning. However, when used in the...  More
Date:
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time:
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Audience:
  PG     UG  
Categories:
  Academic Skills  
Generative Artificial Intelligence

Sources of Information Online

This seminar will introduce the wide range of information sources available for academic study and research. Participants will learn how to distinguish between different types of sources (such as...  More
Date:
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time:
1:10 PM - 1:55 PM
Audience:
  UG  
Categories:
  Getting Started  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 48 seats left
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