HOW TO REGISTER FOR WORKSHOPS
Pre-registration is required for all our Library Workshops. Registration opens 60 days before event.
Register for our Library Workshops online through the Learn@ISU website. Please let us know if you require any accommodation.
Here's how to register:
- Visit Learn@ISU and login with your ISU Net-ID and password (see "User Name" and "Password" area in upper right corner)
- Locate the Keyword search box (see upper left corner). Type in LIB and then click the Search button
- Find Library Workshops on the list, then find your workshop. Note current Workshops have a List Events link - click the link for your workshop.
- Click Enroll - a pop-up window gives workshop info and a Register button - click that button to register for the Workshop. You're done!
You will receive an email with the subject: Enrollment Confirmation. You may also receive periodic reminders that you have registered for the Workshop.
Library Workshops @ Parks Library
Register for our Library Workshops through the Learn@ISU website.
Registration is encouraged to reserve a seat and opens 60 days before event.
Walk-ins are welcome, but you are not guaranteed a seat.
All workshops are presented by our librarians.
Please let us know if you require any accommodation.
Spring 2020 Workshops.
Getting Started with LaTex and Overleaf
February 13, 12:30 - 2 p.m., 32 Parks Library
Instructor led by Eric Schares
This hands-on workshop uses the Overleaf editor to demonstrate the basics of LaTeX. LaTeX is a powerful typesetting language often used for writing theses, dissertations, peer-reviewed journal articles, and scientific documents. Attendees will work through examples, experiment with common features, and take away a list of additional resources that can be used after the workshop to explore further.
Using NVivo as a Research Tool
February 20, 2:10 - 3:30 p.m., 134 Parks Library
Led by - Dave Kolodny, Rep for NVivo Software
Are you a qualitative researcher? Does your research involve deep analysis? Working with text-based/multimedia information? The ISU Library has NVivo installed on all public computers; it can be a useful tool in any stage of the research process. Using NVivo as a Research Tool webinars are offered and cover a variety of topics: transcription, literature review, coding, analyzing data, findings and publishing.
Copyright in the Classroom
February 27, 1:10 - 2:30 p.m., Memorial Union - Cardinal Room
Instructor led by Abbey Elder
Have you ever wondered what “Fair Use” really means? In this workshop, representatives from the University Library and University Counsel will use real-life scenarios to help you navigate topics such as Fair Use, the TEACH Act, copyright support on campus, and more! The workshop will focus on topics that are relevant to instructors, but it will be useful for anyone with questions about copyright on campus.
EndNote Web Basics
March 12, 3:10 - 4:30 p.m., 134 Parks Library
Instructor led by Jesse Garrison
Lost the references you need for your research paper? Thesis & dissertation citations becoming unmanageable? This workshop for beginners introduces EndNote Web, a free bibliographic management program that helps you collect, organize, format, and use your collected citations in your writing projects.
