Information skills workshops

Workshops in AY2025-26
The Library organises various workshops to help users sharpen information skills for academic purposes. Undergraduate students will be offered an iGPS unit upon completion of each workshop.
 

 

 

Upcoming Workshops Register

I. Essential Searching Skills Series

This series is designed for users who are new to the use of information resources of a scholarly nature.

Workshops Date Time Topics covered
Essential Searching Skills for Assignment Success 20 Jan 2026 3 – 4 pm

Note: The workshop is recommended for students who have not enrolled in CCC1000.

 

II. Topic-Focused Series

This series is designed for users who wish to find resources on different topics from various search platforms.

Workshops Date Time Topics covered
The Three Magical Ps: AI Prompting for Precision and Power 22 Jan 2026 3 – 4 pm
  • Basic concepts of prompt engineering
  • Tips & tricks in crafting your prompt
  • Hands-on practice
Exploring Library Resources for Market Research 27 Jan 2026 3 – 4 pm
  • Critical steps in market research
  • Collecting data in databases, especially Statista
Learn Smarter, Research Faster: AI-Powered Pathways to Excellence 29 Jan 2026 3 – 4 pm
  • Understand AI in Academic Learning and Research
  • AI Learning Tool: Gemini & NotebookLM
  • AI Research Tool: Scite

 

III. Citation and Data Management Series

This series is designed for users who need citation and data management tools in their work or studies.

Workshops Date Time Topics covered
Using RefWorks to Manage Your References 3 Feb 2026 3 – 4 pm
  • Plagiarism and citation
  • Use of RefWorks (online citation management tool)
Citing Properly with APA 5 Feb 2026 3 – 4 pm
  • Academic integrity
  • APA citation style

 

In addition, faculty members are welcome to request a Tailor-made Workshop to help students build the required information skills about the learning outcomes of programmes.

 

Last update: 8 Jan 2026