Classes

Bridging the Distance: Online Meeting Software technology brownbag

Part of the ongoing series on emerging technologies, this brownbag will cover both free and pay services that facilitate online meetings and the educational and professional uses for them.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

RSS Simplified: Technology Brownbag.

Part of the ongoing series on emerging technologies. Join us for this lunctime brownbag on RSS. Have you wondered about the orange symbols on webpages? Want to learn how to make RSS work for you? Join us to learn more about using RSS in your professional and academic pursuits.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Wednesday, November 11	12 noon - 1:00 pm	Howe Room (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	20

10 Reasons to Love your PDA

Do you think PDAs are little more than glorified pocket agendas? Did you purchase a PDA for its phone or calendar, but have not explored its capabilities beyond the programs that came installed? This class is your chance to find out what more your PDA might be able to do for you. We'll look at a wide selection of software and services you can access on your PDA that can help your productivity as a student or as a professional, so you can get more done -- and perhaps have more fun, too.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

20/20 Hind-Cite: Finding and Using Citing Information Tools

Do you want to find a group of researchers who work in a particular area? Or do you need to know who has cited your work? Or maybe you want to submit a paper to a highly cited journal. Through this class, you will learn to use Web of Science and SCOPUS to find and track citation information and to use Journal Citation Reports to find the citation factor for journals in many fields. As an added bonus, learn to figure your own "h index," which can provide a comparison of citations in your field.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Advanced Web Searching & Evaluating of Biomedical Information

This class focuses on developing good search and evaluation techniques for research and for medical information. It will cover the latest in search engines and introduce the "Invisible Web" and how it may be accessed by the academic researcher.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Can I Get It Online?

The Library's ever-growing collection of electronic full-text resources can be convenient but confusing. This hands-on workshop covers accessing electronic journals and our most-used full-text databases from on- and off-campus.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

DynaMed for Evidence-Based Practice

Learn more about DynaMed, a point-of-care reference tool that monitors the content of over 500 medical journals to provide clinically-organized summaries for nearly 3,000 topics.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

EndNote: Drop in Help Hour

Have questions about EndNote but don't have time for a whole class? Come by this informal Q&A session with your questions about EndNote to get help from a librarian.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Google Collaboration Tools

This Emerging Technologies brown bag session will provide an introduction and overview of Google Docs, including Documents, Spreadsheets, Presentations and Forms. Professional and educational uses for Google Docs will also be covered.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

How to Create a Roll Poster using PowerPoint

One-hour workshop covering the mechanics of designing and printing a professional poster.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Introduction to EndNote

This hands-on workshop introduces faculty, staff, or students the basics of using the EndNote software package to manage references and produce bibliographies. Topics covered include importing references from databases, organizing and managing an EndNote library, and producing a bibliography in various formats.

Note: EndNote software is not available for use in the library, except during scheduled classes. Users must purchase EndNote.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Wednesday, November 25	10:00 am - 11:30 am	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	15

Introduction to RefWorks

This hands-on workshop introduces faculty, staff, or students the basics of using RefWorks to manage references and produce bibliographies. Topics covered include importing references from databases, organizing and managing a RefWorks database, and producing a bibliography in various formats. RefWorks is a web-based product that is available to all UT HSC users.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Monday, November 16	10:00 am - 11:00 am	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	15

Library Basics

This is a basic orientation to the Library, designed for Administrative Assistants and other staff. The class includes a tour of the Library, an overview of services, and hands-on instruction in locating items, both electronically and in-print.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Library Orientations

All new students are offered a Library orientation session. These generally include a tour of the Library, an overview of services, and an introduction to the Library Catalog, as well as appropriate databases, such as MEDLINE or CINAHL. Orientation sessions are usually 60 minutes or less.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Library Resources

This one- to three-hour hands-on workshop is specifically designed for the requesting group. Students are introduced to electronic and, when appropriate, print resources in their field. Because of the amount of specialization required, please allow Library staff at least three weeks to prepare this course.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Micromedex Workshop

This 50-minute, hands-on class introduces students to the Micromedex Drug Information System, which includes full-text drug monographs, consumer information, and other resources.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

More than Mail: Getting the Most out of Windows Live

Part of the ongoing lunchtime brown bag series on emerging technologies. Learn more about Windows Live and the features available to students, faculty and staff.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Ovid Tips & Tricks: Getting Started with MEDLINE

This class introduces users to searching databases through the Ovid system to find information from the biomedical journal literature, with emphasis on MEDLINE. Concepts taught include the importance of using Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) and subheadings, when to use textwords, using Boolean operators to combine searches, and how to focus searches.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Monday, November 9	2:30 pm - 4:00 pm	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	15

Ovid Tips & Tricks: Shortcuts & Advanced Features

This class is for "power users": those who have mastered the basic OVID search techniques and are interested in enhancing their search skills by using OVID's more advanced features. "Command language" shortcuts are also taught.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

PDA Basics

This introductory class gives an overview of what a PDA is and basic use of PDAs including inputting data, setting up preferences, syncing, and security. It will highlight PDA resources that the Library provides access to as well as resources that are freely available. Although the class will focus on Palm PDAs, PocketPC users are welcome to attend. A PDA is not required for this class, but feel free to bring yours if you have one.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

PDA Drop-in Q&A

This drop-in help session is designed for people who don't have time to attend a whole class, but have questions about the use or purchase of PDAs or smartphones.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Presenting a Poster Session

This introductory one hour class covers skills and best practices for the presentation of poster sessions at professional conferences.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

PubMed Advanced

Already using PubMed but interested in learning more about what the database has to offer? Break away from the basics, join us to learn about advanced PubMed techniques. This hour long class will focus on advanced features every user should be familiar with. We will work with tools including Special and Clinical Queries as well as MyNCBI with a focus on saving searches and setting filters to more easily find results. The class will also briefly discuss PubMed Central and NLM Gateway.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Thursday, November 12	9:00 am - 10:00 am	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	15

PubMed: Getting the Most Out of PubMed

PubMed is the National Library of Medicine's web-based MEDLINE interface. While it's possible to get results by simply typing in phrases, this class teaches techniques that can be used to improve search results. The class includes use of the MeSH browser, limits, and Boolean operators.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Thursday, November 12	1:00 pm - 2:30 pm	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	15

Records Management Module A: Records Retention and Inventory

Required for all Records Management Representatives. This class covers state laws regarding records management for state agencies, reasons we need to manage our records, how to interpret the Records Retention Schedule (RRS), how to use the online RRS to find the required retention period for records, and how to do an inventory of department records.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Thursday, November 19	9:00 am - 12 noon	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	4
Thursday, January 21	9:30 am - 12:30 pm	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	8

Records Management Module B: FERPA

Recommended for all RMRs and other staff who must handle student records. This class explains the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act requirements for handling of student records by institutions of higher education. This includes student rights, parent rights, and limitations on giving out information about students.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Wednesday, January 27	9:30 am - 11:00 am	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	8

Records Management Module C: Managing Permanent Records and Electronic Records

Covers the pros and cons of the various options for storing permanent records including paper, microfilm, and document imaging. It also explains state laws for electronic records and issues pertaining to them, including security.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Wednesday, February 10	9:30 am - 12:30 pm	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	8

Saving Face on Facebook

Have you wondered how to effectively manage your professional and personal information in Facebook®, the popular social networking site? Have you been asked to join or already joined but have questions about how the site works, what it does, or how you can build a professional network of friends? Attend the Library class, "Saving Face on Facebook" to find out more about social networking in an educational environment.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Scopus Basics

Scopus Basics is an introductory class, scheduled periodically, on the best practices used when searching Scopus. Scopus is a biomedical database that can also search the web and patents. In addition, Scopus offers both an affiliation and an author search.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Searching the Web for Biomedical Information

This introductory class presents users with the strengths and weaknesses of searching the World Wide Web for biomedical information. It does not include the searching of the MEDLINE database, but introduces search engines that emphasize the retrieval of medical information from the Internet.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Swimming in Information? Stay Afloat with RSS, Podcasts and Blogs

Do you want to learn to use the technology of blogs and podcasts to stay current in your field? Blogs, podcasts and other news sources are available for nearly every field. This new 90-minute Library class will introduce participants to blogs, podcasts and RSS feeds to keep up with information in the health sciences. Participants will also learn about popular tools used to manage these new sources of information.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Using EBSCO CINAHL to Locate Nursing & Allied Health Information

CINAHL is a Nursing and Allied Health specialty database. In addition to teaching basic searching skills, this hands-on workshop will demonstrate how to effectively use CINAHL Subject Headings to improve search results, how to save and retrieve search strategies and results, and how to link to full-text.

Upcoming class dates:
Date	Time	Location	Max #	Registration
Tuesday, November 17	2:00 pm - 3:30 pm	Collaboratory (Briscoe Library, San Antonio)	15

Using Eres for Course Reserves: A Workshop for Faculty

Want to learn more about making electronic files, like PDFs and PowerPoint presentations, available to your students in a way that copyright compliant? This class will show you how to upload files in ERes, the Library's Electronic Reserves system, as well as giving you complete control over what items are available and for how long they are available.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.

Why Twitter?

Twitter is a social networking and micro-blogging technology that has captured recent media attention. Part of the ongoing brownbag lunch series on emerging technologies, the Briscoe Library presents "Why Twitter?" This lunchtime workshop will introduce and explain Twitter, identify both professional and personal uses, and discuss how Twitter can be used in academic and professional environments.

If you are interested in scheduling this class, contact the Information Desk at AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu or (210) 567-2450.