Office of Scholarly Communication course timetable
March 2018
Mon 19 |
Are you completely new to Twitter and struggling to start? Or are you already on Twitter but know you could be making better use of it to promote yourself and your library? Join Librarians In Training for an interactive workshop aimed at helping librarians to make the most of their time online. Offered as part of the Librarians In Training Easter App Hunt this interactive session will give you the chance to enhance your Twitter skills. For those new to the platform there will be guidance on what Twitter can be used for and how to get started whilst those already using Twitter will benefit from learning how to engage library users, promote their service and enhance their own professional network. The session will include both advice and practical exercises so you can put your new knowledge to the test. |
Tue 20 |
You know about Symplectic Elements as a way to gather the outputs of our research community but have you ever wanted to know more about the connections between funding and publications? Digital Science, the makers of Symplectic Elements, have recently launched a new product called Dimensions. Dimensions integrates with Elements to link grants, publications, citations, clinical trials and patents and enables us to take a completely different view of what our research community is doing. Join Dr Juergen Wastl from the Research Information Office for a demonstration of how the institutional instance of Dimensions works, ask any questions and get some hands on experience with the system. For a sneak preview, the publication instance of Dimensions is available to all here. |
April 2018
Thu 12 |
Text and Data Mining: One Year On
Finished
In February 2017, about 30 library staff met to discuss what University of Cambridge libraries could offer in the way of Text and Data Mining Services. Since then, various initiatives, discussions and events to move this issue forward have taken place. In this meeting a summary of the last year's activities, with particular emphasis on the main outcomes, will be presented, there will be an update on some initiatives currently in progress and there will be an opportunity to discuss the way ahead. The session will take place at the Department of Chemistry in the Todd-Hamied Meeting Room. |
May 2018
Thu 3 |
What's new in Open Access for 2018? Open Access is a fast moving area but it can be hard to find the time to keep up. This webinar on Open Access offers a brief update on the biggest changes both within Cambridge and the wider world in the last year. |
Wed 9 |
An introduction to Open Research (for PhD students in Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences)
Finished
These are questions for postgraduate students at all stages of their research. |
Wed 16 |
PREVENT RESEARCH DISASTERS THROUGH GOOD DATA MANAGEMENT
As a researcher, you will encounter research data in many forms, ranging from measurements, numbers and images to documents and publications. Whether you create, receive or collect this information, you will need to organise it. Managing digital information properly is a complex issue. Doing it correctly from the start could save you a lot of time and hassle when preparing a publication or writing up your thesis. |
Mon 21 |
Are you new to research data management or in need of a refresher? Join the OSC for a recap of all things RDM in an accessible one hour workshop. This session will feature a whistle stop tour through the dos and don'ts of RDM in order to give attendees a brief overview of some of the major issues. This session is being offered in conjunction with the new course Managing Data Management: Getting Started with Data Management Plan Support. The courses may be taken separately or as a pair to suit the needs of the individual learner. |
Wed 23 |
Confused by copyright? You are not alone! Copyright involves much more than checking how much you are photocopying, but it can be difficult to know where to start. Join the Office of Scholarly Communication as we answer your copyright queries, looking at:
The session will start with a 40 minute presentation, after which the time is open for you to raise questions and discuss issues you have encountered. |
Wed 30 |
Picking where to publish your research and in what format is an important decision to make. This session looks at the things you need to consider in order to reach your audience effectively, including:
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June 2018
Wed 6 |
Picking where to publish your research and in what format is an important decision to make. This session looks at the things you need to consider in order to reach your audience effectively, including:
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Thu 7 |
Managing Data Management: Getting Started with Data Management Plan Support (for librarians)
Finished
Librarians are used to dealing with data in all its forms but sometimes researchers aren't so sure. Many funders now require evidence from the researcher of how they plan to manage the data they use and collect during the research process and this often has to be tailored to specific guidelines. This presents a great opportunity for library staff to work with the research community but how do they get started? Join the OSC to learn more about what a data management plan is, why they are necessary, the different information needed, how to complete one and how to support someone in completing theirs. This interactive train-the-trainer workshop will include a mix of presentations and activities with a chance to put your new knowledge into practice. |
Wed 13 |
You've published your research...now what should you do with it? This session explores the whys and hows of sharing research - the options, the benefits and the logistics:
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July 2018
Thu 12 |
How to help researchers navigate Open Access requirements (for librarians and administrators)
Finished
Are the researchers in your department confused about what they need to do about Open Access? This support session will equip you to help them understand:
Dr Arthur Smith of the Office of Scholarly Communication will discuss everything you need to know to guide researchers through the process of making research Open Access, and will demonstrate how to manage key tasks in Symplectic Elements. |
Fri 20 |
How to help researchers navigate Open Access requirements (for librarians and administrators)
Finished
Are the researchers in your department confused about what they need to do about Open Access? This support session will equip you to help them understand:
Dr Arthur Smith of the Office of Scholarly Communication will discuss everything you need to know to guide researchers through the process of making research Open Access, and will demonstrate how to manage key tasks in Symplectic Elements. |
Tue 24 |
How to help researchers navigate Open Access requirements (for librarians and administrators)
Finished
Are the researchers in your department confused about what they need to do about Open Access? This support session will equip you to help them understand:
Dr Arthur Smith of the Office of Scholarly Communication will discuss everything you need to know to guide researchers through the process of making research Open Access, and will demonstrate how to manage key tasks in Symplectic Elements. |
August 2018
Wed 1 |
How to help researchers navigate Open Access requirements (for librarians and administrators)
Finished
Are the researchers in your department confused about what they need to do about Open Access? This support session will equip you to help them understand:
Dr Arthur Smith of the Office of Scholarly Communication will discuss everything you need to know to guide researchers through the process of making research Open Access, and will demonstrate how to manage key tasks in Symplectic Elements. |
Tue 7 |
How to help researchers navigate Open Access requirements (for librarians and administrators)
Finished
Are the researchers in your department confused about what they need to do about Open Access? This support session will equip you to help them understand:
Dr Arthur Smith of the Office of Scholarly Communication will discuss everything you need to know to guide researchers through the process of making research Open Access, and will demonstrate how to manage key tasks in Symplectic Elements. |
Mon 13 |
How to help researchers navigate Open Access requirements (for librarians and administrators)
Finished
Are the researchers in your department confused about what they need to do about Open Access? This support session will equip you to help them understand:
Dr Arthur Smith of the Office of Scholarly Communication will discuss everything you need to know to guide researchers through the process of making research Open Access, and will demonstrate how to manage key tasks in Symplectic Elements. |
September 2018
Mon 3 |
What would happen to your research data if your lab exploded, or your laptop was stolen, or your cloud storage account was hacked? How could you prevent data loss in these situations? Managing your data effectively is vital to help you do this. This workshop will introduce the basic principles of Research Data Management (RDM) and how they are relevant throughout the research life cycle. Intended for those who are new to RDM, this course will firstly explain what RDM is, and then go on to cover basic data back-up and storage options, file sharing tools, and strategies for organising your data, as well as providing guidance on managing personal or sensitive data. You will also learn about the range of support services available to you within the University for managing your data. If you already have a basic understanding of RDM then the advanced course is probably more appropriate for you to attend. |
Wed 5 |
If you already know the basics of Research Data Management (RDM) – for example backing up your work, file storage options - but now need to know more about effective strategies for sharing your data, then this course is for you! This course gives a brief recap on RDM and then covers managing personal and sensitive data in the context of the new GDPR legislation, why it is a Good Thing to share your data, and how to do this most effectively in terms of describing your data, deciding where to share it, and using licences to control how your data is used by others. You will even get to write your own Data Management Plan (DMP): these help you manage your data throughout a project and after it has ended and are increasingly required as part of a grant or fellowship application. You will also learn about the range of support services available to you within the University for managing your data. If you are completely new to the concept of research data management then the beginners course is for you. |
Fri 7 |
The Superhero Librarian Roadshow
Finished
Join the OSC as we bring the popular Superhero Librarian Roadshow back to Cambridge! Library and information professionals are often involved in innovative projects and initiatives but unless we shout about it this work often goes unnoticed by both the outside world and the institutions we work in. This interactive workshop, led by Leo Appleton from Goldsmiths, University of London and Wendy Morris from Kingston University, aims to change that! Offering a range of practical activities and exercises this workshop enables participants to consider their day to day work, how this has led to professional achievements and build the confidence to share these outcomes beyond the library echo chamber. Participants will be invited to think about how they might celebrate such successes by sharing their best practice through various activities including conferences, publication and social media. By the end of the workshop participants will be aware of some of the platforms available to them and how professional pride and success can potentially be celebrated. |
Mon 10 |
Understanding the peer review process gives you an invaluable insight into a key aspect of the research life cycle. This is an unmissable chance to explore tips and best practices with PLOS, publishers of the world's largest multi-disciplinary peer-reviewed journal. The Office of Scholarly Communication invites you to join PLOS for an essential introduction to peer review. This session will allow you to develop an understanding of what peer review is and how it can impact the experience of researchers. Learn how you can use your existing skills to provide support and advice. The session will also be useful for library staff who are interested in undertaking peer review themselves but are unsure of exactly what is involved. You'll learn...
Stay on after the workshop to chat to PLOS staff and editors and enjoy light refreshments. |
Tue 11 |
Researchers and students can now not only make their code and data available for their academic papers, but also enable others to reproduce the results with a single-click. Code Ocean is an easy-to-use executable repository and reproducibility platform that facilitates replication and reuse of research code. This demo will provide an overview of the Code Ocean platform and explore benefits such as:
Lunch will be provided. |
If you have recently started peer reviewing, or are ready to get involved, this is an unmissable chance to pick up tips and best practices from PLOS, publishers of the world's largest multi-disciplinary peer-reviewed journal. The Office of Scholarly Communication invites you to join PLOS for an essential introduction to Peer Review. You'll learn...
Stay on after the workshop to chat to PLOS staff and editors and enjoy light refreshments. |
October 2018
Wed 10 |
An introduction to Open Research (for PhD students in Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences)
Finished
These are questions for postgraduate students at all stages of their research. |