Workshops
We have workshops for Incoming, Undergraduate and Graduate Students as well as Campus Staff that are presented in eLearning Collaborate and in-person. For any question please email libinstructionservices@utdallas.edu
September
Library 101: Getting Started with Academic Research
In this introductory workshop, you will meet the subject specialist to the Harry W. Bass School of Arts, Humanities, & Technology, Matt Makowka, as he discusses the resources and services on offer at the McDermott Library. The session will focus on “Library 101” topics such as where to start your research at the library, and where you can go for more help. There will be time for Q&A at the end.
Virtual
Thursday, September 5th
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Which Journal Should I Submit To? JCR, Scopus, and WOS
Today’s digital landscape offers an abundance of publishing opportunities, enabling authors to connect with a broader audience. However, this variety also presents a challenge for authors when choosing a journal for their research publication. Whether pursuing tenure or aiming to extend the influence of scholarly work, it is crucial to assess a publisher’s integrity, the journal’s impact factor, and the audience alignment with one’s practice and reputation.
This workshop will guide you through the process of researching publications using three of the library’s databases.
Virtual
Wednesday, September 17th
3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Finding Standards Using IEEE and Internet
Use of standards is important for continuing research. Join me for a hands-on training session where we’ll explore how to find engineering standards using both library resources and online tools. I’ll show you how to navigate databases like IEEE Xplore and share some tips on using the internet to get the standards you need.
Whether you’re new to this or just want to sharpen your skills, this session will help you find the right info quickly and easily.
Hybrid – Teams meeting or in-person
Wednesday, September 18th
1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
MC 2.524
Becoming a Graduate Writer: The Graduate Research Process
Graduate-level research can feel intimidating, especially if you aren’t sure where to start. Attend this workshop by Graduate Writing Services and the McDermott Library to learn about the basics you’ll need as a graduate researcher: library resources to help you find and manage your sources, what a literature review is, and when to transition from research to writing. Whether you’re just starting your graduate research journey or want to refine your approach, this workshop will equip you with essential skills and practical advice to confidently navigate the research and writing process.
Did you miss this workshop? Fill out this form to receive a recording of the workshop after it’s over.
Hybrid – Teams meeting or in-person
Wednesday, September 19th
5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
FA 2.206
October
Pivot and Grant Resources
The Office of Graduate Studies and the Eugene McDermott Library will host a demonstration of Pivot, provided by the University of Texas at Dallas to assist researchers in finding funding opportunities. During this demonstration, you will have the opportunity to create your own personalized profile which will automatically send you targeted funding opportunities via e-mail.
Note: This class is open to all UTD students, faculty and staff interested in researching funding opportunities: New faculty, post-docs, grad students and Principle Investigators/administrators.
Virtual
Thursday, October 10th
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Resources in Sustainability: Library Workshop
The impact of climate change surrounds us: rising temperatures; severe storms; runaway wildfires. As our world changes each day, the topic of environmental sustainability grows increasingly crucial to researchers. This workshop will guide you through the process of researching environmental sustainability using the library’s databases.
In-person
Tuesday, October 15th
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
MC 2.524
ORCID
Your Open Researcher and Contributor ID (ORCID) is a persistent unique identifier (PID) for researchers. It helps connect researchers to their academic output, such as grant proposals, formal publications, and conference presentations. Learn more about registering and managing your ORCID account.
Virtual
Wednesday, October 30th
5 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
November
Using PsychInfo for research: Library Workshop
In this interactive session, the BBS Liaison Librarian will demonstrate searching and retrieving articles using the PsycInfo database. Workshop will be held in person, and simultaneously shared via Teams.
Please Register to attend using this Teams link
Hybrid – Teams meeting or in-person
Tuesday, November 5th
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
MC 2.524
Resources For Entrepreneurship @ McDermott Library
Whether thinking about pitching to sharks or working on a semester assignment this workshop will explore some of the library’s resources for researching corporations, markets, and industries.
Please register to attend.
Hybrid – Teams meeting or in-person
Thursday, November 14th
3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
MC 2.524
December
Library Resources for Staff
Just for UTD staff: The Eugene McDermott Library’s website is your starting place for audio books, books, DVDs, eBooks, eJournals, LinkedIn Learning, journals, magazines, music, newspapers, Libby/OverDrive, research databases, streaming movies, knowledgeable staff, and so much more.
This come and go event will have some added fun: every 15 minutes there will be a McDermott Library trivia question. If the McDermott Library is 50 years old, how much do you know about it.
Hybrid – Teams meeting or in-person
Wednesday, December 10th
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
MC 2.524