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Library Classes

All classes are free-of-charge and are open to UMMS and UMMHC staff, students and faculty. To register for a class, use the online registration tool below or contact the Reference Desk at 508-856-6857. To schedule an individual class or one specifically tailored to your department, please contact Len Levin at 508-856-6028.

Class list:

Class Descriptions and Schedule

CINAHL

Level: All
Duration: 45 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: CINAHL (Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature) is the definitive research tool in the disciplines of nursing and allied health. Learn how to effectively search this resource using the EBSCO database platform.
Objectives:
  • Attendees will learn what subject areas are included in the database CINAHL.
  • Attendees will learn to search the database using keywords, Boolean operators, subject headings, field tags and the visual search feature.

Upcoming Dates/Times for CINAHL:

Friday, May 30, 2008 at 9:00 AM

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EndNote: Introduction to the bibliographic software program

Level: Introductory
Duration: 60 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: EndNote is a bibliographic management tool that allows users to create and organize a library of citations and abstracts and then import them directly into a Microsoft Word document. This class will demonstrate how to set up a new library, how to import citations from MEDLINE, how to work with the citation style manager and how to add bibliographic references to a Microsoft Word document.
Objectives:
  • Attendees will know how to create an EndNote Library.
  • Attendees will know how to import citations from MEDLINE using either Ovid or PubMed.
  • Attendees will understand how to use EndNote with Microsoft Word in formatting bibliographic references for paper or grant submission.

Upcoming Dates/Times for EndNote: Introduction to the bibliographic software program:

Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 11:00 AM
Wednesday, June 4, 2008 at 3:00 PM
Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 1:00 PM
Monday, June 30, 2008 at 1:00 PM
Thursday, July 24, 2008 at 2:00 PM

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Google: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly and how to get the most out of it

Level: Anyone familiar with or interested in Google and search engines in general.
Duration: 30 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: This 30-minute class will discuss effective ways to use Google's various tools, and demonstrate some alternatives that offer search options just as simple but more targeted.
Objectives:
  • Attendees will learn ways to use Google more effectively--e.g., Advanced Search, and when Google is most useful.
  • Attendees will look at other Google options such as Google Earth, Maps, etc.
  • Attendees will learn about how Google ranks results and compare it to other search engines.
  • Attendees will look at Google Scholar specifically and discuss its advantages--e.g., when it is most effective--and its limitations.
  • Attendees will learn about other free, simple engines such as Scirus (http://www.scirus.com/) and Windows Live Academic Search (http://academic.live.com/) to perform more targeted searches that find superior results.

Upcoming Dates/Times for Google: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly and how to get the most out of it:

Friday, May 23, 2008 at 3:00 PM
Friday, June 13, 2008 at 1:00 PM
Thursday, June 26, 2008 at 10:00 AM
Friday, July 11, 2008 at 10:00 AM

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Ovid: Introduction to searching Ovid databases including MEDLINE

Level: All
Duration: 45 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: Introduction to the Ovid Web Gateway and some of its varied databases such as MEDLINE, PsycINFO and HAPI. Hands-on searching will demonstrate features such as the interface of the databases, usage of subject headings, search strategies, and execution of a sample search.
Objectives:
  • Attendees will know of and be able to access the database.
  • Attendees will know icons and search box locations of the database.
  • Attendees will know how to execute a broad search using subject headings, then how to use limits to refine the search.

Upcoming Dates/Times for Ovid: Introduction to searching Ovid databases including MEDLINE:

Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at 8:00 AM
Monday, July 14, 2008 at 3:00 PM

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PowerPoint Advanced: Beyond the Basics

Level: Users who are familiar with PowerPoint but want to learn more
Duration: 60 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: This 1-hour class will help users advance their Microsoft PowerPoint presentation skills.
Objectives:
  • The class will review PowerPoint basic skills.
  • Attendees will be able to customize slide designs and layouts.
  • Attendees will learn how to use Autoshapes and drawing tools effectively.
  • Attendees will learn about using Masters - Slide, Handout and Notes.
  • Attendees will understand how to change parts of some images and become familiar with Grouping, Ungrouping and Aligning.
  • Attendees will hone their skills in manipulating graphics using Order and Nudge.
  • Attendees will learn about Wizards and practice using at least one.
  • Attendees will learn about using Templates and creating new ones.
  • Attendees will learn how to make their presentations more exciting using Sounds, Hypertext Links, Action Buttons, Pointer Options (Pen, Pen Color, Erase Pen), Black Screen, Page Setup etc.
  • Attendees will learn about options for making their presentations portable, including using Pack and Go.
  • Attendees will know how to Import and Export to and from other programs (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, Access etc.).

Upcoming Dates/Times for PowerPoint Advanced: Beyond the Basics:

Monday, June 9, 2008 at 9:00 AM
Wednesday, June 25, 2008 at 1:00 PM
Friday, July 11, 2008 at 9:00 AM
Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 1:00 PM

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PowerPoint: Introduction

Level: All
Duration: 60 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: This 1-hour class will introduce users to Microsoft PowerPoint presentation basics.
Objectives:
  • Attendees will know how to create a simple PowerPoint presentation.
  • Attendees will be able to format different slide designs and layouts.
  • Attendees will learn the basics of inserting and manipulating graphics.
  • Attendees will learn basic animation features.
  • Attendees will learn how to sort and change slide order and how to run and print a slide show.
  • Attendees will understand the basics of developing an effective presentation.

Upcoming Dates/Times for PowerPoint: Introduction:

Friday, May 30, 2008 at 2:00 PM
Monday, June 2, 2008 at 2:00 PM
Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 10:00 AM
Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at 1:00 PM
Friday, June 27, 2008 at 9:00 AM
Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at 2:00 PM
Thursday, July 10, 2008 at 10:00 AM
Friday, July 18, 2008 at 2:00 PM
Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at 9:00 AM
Monday, July 28, 2008 at 1:00 PM

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PubMed/My NCBI: Introduction

Level: All except very experienced searchers
Duration: 60 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: This 60-minute class will introduce the basics of searching the National Library of Medicine's MEDLINE database using the PubMed interface.
Objectives:
  • Attendees will know how to access PubMed and be familiar with its content.
  • Attendees will be able to conduct basic PubMed searches, limit and combine their results, save them to the Clipboard, and find Related Articles.
  • Attendees will understand how to use the Journals and MeSH databases, search by citation, and find Clinical Queries.
  • Attendees will learn how to set filters and save searches using My NCBI.

Upcoming Dates/Times for PubMed/My NCBI: Introduction:


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RefWorks: Introduction to the online bibliographic software program

Level: Intermediate - participants should be familiar with finding research articles in MEDLINE. Experience with other databases is desirable.
Duration: 45 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: This class will introduce building a bibliography using the RefWorks bibliographic citation management program.
Objectives:
  • Attendees will set up a RefWorks bibliographic database of references.
  • Attendees will learn how to manually add references into their RefWorks bibliography.
  • Attendees will learn how to import references directly into their RefWorks bibliography from Ovid and/or EBSCO.
  • Attendees will learn how to save articles in PubMed in MEDLINE format, send them to text and then import them into their RefWorks bibliography.
  • Attendees will learn how to set up folders, search, edit and format references in their RefWorks bibliography.
  • Attendees will be able to build bibliographies from RefWorks.
  • Attendees will learn how to add citations from RefWorks into papers, both using Write-N-Cite and One Line / One Cite View.
  • Attendees will be able to format their paper and bibliography.
  • Attendees will be able to change the format of the citations and bibliographies in their papers.
  • Attendees will know how to access their RefWorks account remotely.

Upcoming Dates/Times for RefWorks: Introduction to the online bibliographic software program:

Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 9:00 AM

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Web of Science: Science Citation Index & Journal Citation Reports

Level: All
Duration: 60 minutes
Audience: All UMMS and UMMHC
Abstract: This 1-hour class will introduce users to Science Citation Index and also to Journal Citation Reports (JCR) and ISI HighlyCited.com. All three are part of ISI's Web of Science.
Objectives:
  • Attendees will know how to search in Science Citation Index.
  • Attendees will be able to analyze results of their searches and find citation information.
  • Attendees will know how to print, save, or email selected records.
  • Attendees will be familiar with the JCR and be able to use it to find out citation rankings of journals.
  • Attendees will be familiar with the ISI HighlyCited database.
  • Attendees will be able to complete searches in all three ISI databases.

Upcoming Dates/Times for Web of Science: Science Citation Index & Journal Citation Reports:


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Specially Scheduled Classes

Sessions for the classes below can be easily arranged. Please contact the designated trainer listed below for more information or to make arrangements.

Introduction to Evidence-Based Medicine and Library EBM Resources (60 mins.) – Len Levin (508-856-6028)
Micromedex/Online Drug References (45 min.) – Nancy Harger (508-856-3334)
Orientation - Custom Overview of Library Services (30 mins.) – Len Levin (508-856-6028)