Category Archives: LibGuides

Welcome to all our new readers

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Welcome to all of our new readers!

Take a look at our Getting Started webpage for all the key information you will need to get started using the Bodleian Libraries. Find out how to search our library catalogue (SOLO), how to make sense of your reading lists and much more …

Get assistance with using SOLO via the Bodleian Libraries Live Chat service. During staffed hours (see above) just type your query into the Live Chat box to the right of the screen and a staff member will reply.

You may also find the SOLO Top Tips video tutorial useful to view (click image above).

Visit the Oxford LibGuides website for an array of how to guides on key library services such as how to print, copy and scan (PCAS). There is also information on online training courses you may find useful to attend (Bodleian iSkills)

Still have questions? Need some help? Talk to our friendly library staff, who will be happy to help with any queries you may have. Speak to us in person at our Issue Desk or you can contact us via phone (01865 2-71093) or via email.

Find out more about Reference Management

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Formatting your text citations, footnotes and bibliography correctly for your essay or thesis can be a chore. Using Reference management software makes it easier and saves you time.

To find out more about the different software available, how they work, and which will best suit your needs:

The Bodleian Libraries Reference Management LibGuide, includes comprehensive information on different reference management software, including the pros and cons of using each one.

Attend one of the upcoming Bodleian iSkills Reference Management training sessions:

Referencing: Choosing and using software

Friday 7 February, 9.30-12.30 & Monday 2 March, 14.00-17.00

Referencing: Endnote (Introduction to)

Friday 21 February, 9.00-11.30

Referencing: Mendeley

Thursday 12 March, 14.00-17.00

Referencing: RefWorks

Thursday 25 February, 9.30-12.30

Referencing: Zotero

Wednesday 12 February, 14.00-17.00

Click on the session title links above to book a place. For a complete list of Bodleian iSkills training sessions see here.

You can also get advice on reference management from your Subject Consultant. Find out their contact information here.

Discover Oxford LibGuides

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Take a look at the Bodleian Libraries Oxford LibGuides website to find detailed information on:

Assistance available for Disabled Readers

Bodleian Libraries

Finding resources for your Subject area

Getting to grips with Key Library Services

How to gain access to Specialist Materials

Key topics for Researchers

Library Workshops & Courses

Reference Management

The essential starting point for getting to know the Bodleian Libraries and the services we provide for you.

Resources for Research Methods and Statistical Analysis

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Find a wide range of books and other resources on methodology and statistical analysis in the Social Science Library and online.

Search for print books, e-books and Sage Research Methods Online via SOLO.

The Bodleian Data Library website section on ‘Using data’ and the Social Sciences Data and Statistics LibGuide also provide up-to-date information on data analysis.

Take the SSL on Holiday: ways to access library material remotely

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Vacation loans start during 8th week of Michaelmas term. Books (both normal and short  loan) will be due back on Tuesday 15th January (1st week of Hilary Term).

If you need to access library resources while you are away from Oxford, follow our tips below:

Access e-books, e-journals and databases remotely by logging in to SOLO with your Single Sign On (SSO) Take a look at the Bodleian Libraries LibGuides for further information.

SSL eReadings provides scans of selected articles and book chapters on reading lists we support that are not available in e-books or e-journals. SSL eReadings is hosted on WebLearn, log in with your Single Sign On (SSO)

Use the Scan & Deliver service if you need to get hold of a chapter or article from the Closed Stacks. Further information can be found here.

We will be closed from Saturday 22nd December 2018 to Tuesday 1st January 2019 (dates inclusive).

(The library will close at 5pm on Friday 21st December and re-open at 9am on Wednesday 2nd January)

Discover Oxford LibGuides

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Take a look at the Bodleian Libraries Oxford LibGuides website to find detailed information on:

Assistance available for Disabled Readers

Bodleian Libraries

Finding resources for your Subject area

Getting to grips with Key Library Services

How to gain access to Specialist Materials

Key topics for Researchers

Library Workshops & Courses

Reference Management

The essential starting point for getting to know the Bodleian Libraries and the services we provide for you.

Find out more about Reference Management Software

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Formatting your text citations, footnotes and bibliography correctly for your essay or thesis can be a chore. Using Reference management software makes it easier and saves you time.

To find out more about the different software available, how they work, and which will best suit your needs:

Consult our Reference Management LibGuide.

 

Attend a free Bodleian iSkills training session:

Referencing: Mendeley

(Wed 1st Feb, 14.00-17.00)

Referencing: Refworks for Sciences and Social Sciences

(Thurs 2nd Feb, 09.15-12.15)

Referencing: Zotero

(Thurs 9th Feb, 09.15-12.15)

Referencing: Choosing and using software

(Thurs 16th Feb, 09.15-12.15 & Fri 3rd Mar, 09.15-12.15)

Take a look at the newly revamped Oxford LibGuides Website

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Take a look at the Bodleian Libraries newly revamped Oxford LibGuides website to find detailed information on:

Assistance available for Disabled Readers

Bodleian Libraries

Finding resources for your Subject area

Getting to grips with Key Library Services

How to gain access to Specialist Materials

Key topics for Researchers

Library Workshops & Courses

Reference Management

The essential starting point for getting to know the Bodleian Libraries and the services we provide for you.

 

Take the SSL on Holiday

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Do you need to access library resources while you are away from Oxford this vacation?

Follow our tips below:

Vacation loans start during 8th week of Michaelmas term. For standard loans this will begin on Sunday 29th November and for short loan items it will begin on Thursday 3rd December. Books will be due back on Tuesday 19th January (1st week of Hilary Term)

Access e-books, e-journals and databases remotely by logging in to SOLO or OxLIP+ with your Single Sign On (SSO) Take a look at the Bodleian Libraries LibGuides for further information.

SSL eReadings provides scans of selected articles and book chapters on reading lists that are not available in e-books or e-journals. SSL eReadings is hosted on WebLearn, log in with your Single Sign On (SSO)

Use the Scan & Deliver service if you need to get hold of a chapter or article from the Closed Stacks.