Library Training Sessions
Library HITS - Helpful Information for Trinity Students/Staff
If you're new to Trinity or want to brush up on existing skills, join us this year for a series of introductory sessions delivered by the Staff of the Library, and Student Learning Development.
Do you want to know more about writing and research skills to help with your projects and dissertations? Sessions will appear in a calendar below as they are announced.
There is no need to register, however as places are limited for the in-person sessions we will be operating on a first come first served basis. If you scroll down further you will also find recordings of most previous sessions in the HITS programme.
We look forward to seeing you!
Feedback from previous HITS classes
"So helpful – exceptionally kind and supportive"
"Very relevant and easy to follow and understand"
"Great presenter! Feel so much more ready after this session!"
Session details - standard offered courses
AI - Applying GenAI: A Conversation
This workshop will focus on Generative AI in an academic context, specifically for a Trinity student. What are the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats? Is it possible to use AI effectively, ethically, and critically? How do you cite it?
Slides - Applying GenAI: A Conversation
AI - Ethics & Sustainability in AI: A Conversation
This workshop will introduce you to Critical AI Literacy – how to form a general overview of what Generative AI is and how it works, and to understand and articulate ethical issues regarding, human costs, bias and sustainability/resource use.
Slides - Ethics & Sustainability in AI: A Conversation
Defining your Research Question
A session looking at the factors behind, and examples of, the creation of a robust research question - such as you may need to a an essay, thesis, or other capstone project.
Recording - Defining your research question
EndNote for Beginners
How do I manage references for my essay? EndNote is bibliographic management software that can save you time writing your bibliography.
Recording - Introduction to EndNote 20 Desktop
Legacy Recording - Introduction to EndNote X9 Desktop
Essay Writing (SLD)
Essays are a common form of assessment in TCD. Come along for tips on the stages of the writing process, how to structure an essay, how to answer the question and build an argument.
Join SLD’s Blackboard module to view recording
Evaluating Journal Research Papers
It’s not all about books and websites. Evaluate the quality and impact of research published in academic journals in your discipline.
Introduction to Reading, Thinking and Writing Critically (SLD)
The ability to think critically is an essential skill for successful learning and a key graduate attribute identified by employers. This workshop will introduce you to the concepts and practice of reading, thinking and writing critically.
Join SLD’s Blackboard module to view recording
Library Basics: Getting to Know the Library
Learn how to make the most of Ireland’s biggest library – a general introduction to our resources and services.
Recording - Getting to Know the Library
Publishing and Promoting your Research
Do you want to disseminate your research? Learn about the scholarly publishing landscape and how to maximise the impact of your findings.
Recording - Publishing & Promoting your Research
Reading and Note-Making (SLD)
So much reading and so little time. Learn how to read more efficiently and effectively and make useful notes from reading material and lectures.
Join SLD’s Blackboard module to view recording
Researching Your Literature Review
How do I establish what has already been published on my research question? Learn how to create an effective search strategy.
Recording - Researching for your Literature Review
Skills for Academic Success (SLD)
Work smarter not harder to get the most out of your study time in College. Learn how to prioritise tasks, manage your time and get advice on how to improve your academic performance.
Join SLD’s Blackboard module to view recording
Smart Searching 1: Finding Full Text
You have your reading list, now what? A guide to finding the text of articles to read in full and getting started looking at topics, using Google Scholar and Stella Search. We introduce you to databases and tell you when you need to use them and why (for databases, we also recommend Smart Searching 2: Searching for Topics Using Databases)
Recording - Smart Searching 1: Finding Full Text
Smart Searching 2: Searching for Topics Using Databases
Need to find information on a topic? That's what our databases are for! We tell you when you should use them (or not) and go into the various techniques needed to look for information in your subject area.
Recording - Smart Searching 2: Searching for Topics Using Databases
PDF - Smart Searching 2: Searching for Topics Using Databases
Submitting your E-thesis
Find out how to use Trinity’s Research Support System (RSS) and TARA, our Open Access Repository. We'll also advise on commercialisation, copyright and publishing.
Recording - Submitting your E-Thesis
Understanding Plagiarism and the Art of Referencing
Worried about plagiarism? Find out what it is, the importance of acknowledging the work of others and how to cite and reference information correctly.
Recording - Understanding Plagiarism and the Art of Referencing
PDF - Understanding Plagiarism and the Art of Referencing
PDF - A great quick guide by Emily Myers from the University of Connecticut