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On Track: Using referencing tools Online
Overview
This session will introduce you to different referencing tools and software that can help you save time, avoid common mistakes with referencing, and make the most of your sources. To follow along with the practice exercises, make sure Microsoft Word and Zotero are both installed on your device.
Key areas covered
- Constructing references in the departmental style
- Using reference management software and other referencing tools
- Practice using Word Referencing and Zotero
- Learn how to reference AI use
Supporting resources
- Prepare by taking a look at the 'Referencing tools' section of our Skills at Library support and find out your departmental referencing style.
- Download and set up Zotero (or another reference management software of your choice!)
Presenters
Clarissa St Yves - Academic Support Librarian, University of Essex
Lucy McCaul - Special Collection & Archives Co-ordinator, University of Essex
What's On Track?
On Track is a free, online dissertation skills programme running 8–12 June, created collaboratively by the University of Essex, University of East Anglia, and University of Suffolk.
Designed for PGT students, the programme brings together academic librarians and academic skills tutors from all three universities to support you through every stage of the dissertation process.
View the full programme and book more sessions:
library.essex.ac.uk/skillsatlibrary/ontrack
Related LibGuide: Skills at Library by Clarissa St Yves

