★★☆ intermediate

Overview

Sometimes there are barriers to accessing information. You might be asked to pay to read the full text of an article, or find a particular online reading platform difficult to use because of the way text displays on your screen. Fortunately, there are usually ways around these barriers. This 1 hour workshop will give you the keys for unlocking information so that you can access the full text and view the content in a format that suits your learning style.

Key areas covered

• Accessing Library digital texts & resources
• Using digital reading features & tools
• Accessing full text for sources found outside the Library
• Adapting digital texts to improve your learning experience

Supporting resources

• Workshop activity: Access 2 full-text sources using Libkey Nomad (available via Moodle).
• Prepare by taking a look at  Skills at Library section on unlocking information and downloading Libkey Nomad.
• Explore the 'Making the most of your online readings' reading list that highlights examples from key digital reading platforms and links additional resources and support available through the Library and University.

Essex students: book your place here!

We encourage students to book onto our workshops via CareerHub in order to keep a record of their learning.

Don't have access to CareerHub? You can register below.