Library Service Update
ISSUE NO.32 April 2013
This issue features:
New Resources:
Featured Events:
- Library Workshops (April 2013)
Service Alert:
New Resources
The Library is pleased to bring you a rich collection of electronic resources. For 2013, we have subscribed to over 50 databases covering wide spectrum of subject areas. There are full text journals, reference tools, videos collection, statistics information and more.
Let's try out these new resources!
To access the databases, go to Electronic Library > type in the name of database under Library Holdings, then click Search
To check the description of the databases, go to Electronic Library > Resources > Databases
Featured Events
Library Workshops (April 2013)
Want to learn more about the E-Library? Need to find set textbooks, reference materials for the new semester, or just want to sharpen your information searching skills? The Library cordially invites you, whether you are a staff member, current or new student, to join the April 2013 Semester Workshops. Topics include:
Introduction to Library's collections, facilities and loan privilege
Essential information searching skills when using Library's electronic resources
Hands-on practice for finding set textbooks, reference materials and past exam papers
Points to note for accessing E-Library from home or office
Registration is required. Please call 2768-6778 or email your name, student ID and date of session to libwww@ouhk.edu.hk. You may find the workshop schedule and the registration status of each workshop via the E-Library website under "News and Announcements".
Date
Time
Venue
Content 12 April 2013 (Fri)
7:00pm - 8:30pm
C0410
Cantonese Session
Introduction + demonstration + remote access + hands-on15 April 2013 (Mon)
7:00pm - 8:30pm
C0410
Cantonese Session
Introduction + demonstration + remote access + hands-on18 April 2013 (Thu)
7:00pm - 8:30pm
C0410
English Session
Introduction + demonstration + remote access + hands-on20 April 2013 (Sat)
2:30pm - 4:00pm
C0410
Cantonese Session
Introduction + demonstration + remote access + hands-on** A library tour will be provided right after each session.
Service Alert
Database Lists in the E-Library
When you are looking for database in the E-Library, you can always type in the name of database under Library Holding and click View Online under the correct record to access the database. You now have more options. You can find the database lists in the homepage of the E-Library.
The database lists are organized in alphabetical order, in different subjects and in different providers. You can search for your desired databases by clicking the link provided. Then, click the title of the database to access the resource.
Research Consultation Service is a one-on-one consultation service offered by the Library to support research activities of OUHK. The service is available to OUHK academic staff, PhD and MPhil students who would like to meet our librarians for advice on information resources during their research process. The time of the consultation may vary from 30 minutes to one hour, depending on the complexity of your research needs.
Make an appointment with our librarians if you need to:
Identify information resources related to your research
Learn how to use library resources and develop search strategies
Manage and prepare your list of references
Know more about OUHK Library? collections and services that may help your research
Please contact the Library via Tel: 2768-6777 or Email: libwww@ouhk.edu.hk .
A4 document scanning service is now available at the Internet workstation Lib#14 (next to the Network Printer #2). A user guide is placed next to the scanner workstation for users' reference. For enquiries, please seek assistance from the Circulation Counter.
Contact us -- Tel: 2768-6777 Email: libwww@ouhk.edu.hk
