Finding Items on your reading list
- Finding Items on your reading list
A short video which shows you how to find an item on your reading list using LibrarySearch
This tutorial is most suitable for anyone who is new to Maynooth University or is unfamiliar with the Library Catalogue
Exam Papers
- Exam Papers
Shows you how to access and use past exam papers
This tutorial is particularly relevant for those using past exam papers as part of their exam preparation
Using eBooks
- Using eBooks
Explains what eBooks are, how to access them, and how you can use them
This tutorial is useful to anyone who is using eBooks for the first time, or has any questions about how to access them.
Sourcing and Evaluating information
- Sourcing and Evaluating information
Provides an overview of commonly used sources of information, their benefit and drawbacks and how to evaluate the results you find
The tutorial will benefit anyone looking for guidance on where to search for different types of information
Tutorials and Quizzes
Here at Maynooth University Library, we realise that students' time on campus is valuable.
Therefore, we have designed short online tutorials and quizzes to help you learn about our services and about how to use the Library effectively whether you are on or off campus.
All of our online tutorials and quizzes are to the point and will give you the key information you need to get better marks in assignments.
- MU Library Moodle Page: Quizzes, Activities, Information and More.
- List Online: Short, interactive tutorials that support your learning.
If you need any further help, please get in touch with us.
How to find information on a topic using Library Search
- How to find information on a topic using Library Search
Shows how to search for information on a topic using LibrarySearch
This tutorial is useful to anyone using LibrarySearch for the first time, as well as a refresher for anyone carrying out a search.
Finding Books
Take our short tutorial on how to find books in the Library below.
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Avoiding Plagiarism
- Avoiding plagiarism
Explains what plagiarism is and gives examples. Demonstrates the importance of citation and referencing and how to do it correctly
This tutorial is of use to students working on an assignment, essay or project where referencing is required.
Self-Service in the Library
- Self-Service in the Library
This tutorial shows how to access your library account and how to renew loans and request items.
What is research?
- What is research? Explaining academic research
This tutorial covers different aspects of research, like academic essays and critical thinking, and looks at the difference between popular and scholarly information.
This tutorial is relevant to students who are working on their assignment, project or essay, and want to understand more about research.
Framing your research question
- Framing your research question: successful planning and searching
Covers defining your topic or question, identifying concepts, keywords and search terms and structuring your search
This tutorial is suitable for those with some experience of searching for information who want to improve how they structure their searches
