Library Workshops for Fall 2019

Please find the list of UMBC's Library Fall 2019 workshops below. These events are open to everyone on campus. 

Introduction to R

R is a programming language for data analysis and statistics. It is free, and very widely used by professional statisticians.
Date:Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Time:12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location:LIB 259

Research 101: Going beyond Google
Are you used to most of your research needs being just a Google away? In this interactive workshop, we will discuss some common college-level research challenges and explore different ways to navigate them.
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: LIB 259

Introduction to Matlab
MATLAB is a popular mathematical software package that combines efficient linear algebra operations and powerful graphics with an intuitive, interactive user interface.
Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: LIB 259

Introduction to Stata

Stata is a full-featured statistical programming language for Windows, Mac OS X, Unix and Linux. Come learn how to how to import and export data from different formats into Stata.

Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: LIB 259

Stepping up your research game: Searching strategically

Have you ever wondered how to maximize your research time? Have you wished that you could magically wake up to a perfect Works Cited page? This workshop is designed to save you research time and make it easier ...

Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: LIB 259

How to Write a STEM Literature Review Workshop

Is writing the literature review a stumbling block? This workshop will help you to learn how to begin and advance your literature review, and how to connect your ideas to the literature in the field.

Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: LIB 259

Creating an Academic Research Poster Using PowerPoint

An academic research poster is a visual communication tool that allows you to present your research in a clear, concise, graphic format.

Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: LIB 259

Zotero: Organize your citations with style

Have you ever wondered if there is a better way to organize your citations? Have you used citation software in the past but have some lingering questions? 

Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: LIB 259

EndNote Basic

Learn how to utilize the full range of features included in the web-accessible citation manager. This hands-on workshop will focus on setting up an account, importing and transferring references & sharing references.

Date:Monday, October 28, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: LIB 259

Open Educational Resources (OER) Workshop for Faculty

With the rising cost of textbooks, the use of open educational resources (OER) can significantly increase student learning and success. 

Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: LIB 259

Citing Sources: Mastering the Art of Academic Integrity

Avoid accidental plagiarism by learning how to properly cite your sources and create killer bibliographies.

Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Location: LIB 259

Social Science Literature Review workshop

What are some of the best strategies and tips for writing a social science literature review? Calling all social science students!

Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Location: LIB 259

Finding Your Flow: Navigating Final Papers

Feeling stuck with your final paper? Bring what you’ve got so far (even if it’s just the assignment description), and walk out of this workshop prepared to finesse your academic writing.

Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm