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More than googling: Thematic literature search with a system

Course offered regularly by the University Library in person and online.

Strichmännchen mit Bücherstapel vor einem Laptop

You need literature for a presentation or a longer written paper and don't know exactly how to proceed with your research?
This course will show you
- how to find and develop optimal search terms for the topic
- how to formulate meaningful search queries
- how to find books, essays and other suitable literature on the topic
- you will also learn strategies for successful research in the Katalog plus and in databases.

 

Dates

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:15 a.m. (Webex)
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 11:15 a.m. (presence)
Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 10:15 a.m. (presence)
Monday, August 17, 2026 at 11:15 a.m. (Webex)
to the registration (in german)

Everything at a glance

  • Format
    Course
    We offer the course in person and online. 
    The meeting point for face-to-face courses is the foyer of the Main Library AR, for courses via Webex you will receive the link to the room after registration.
  • Duration
    approx. 90 minutes
  • Registration required
    Please register for the desired date by 12.00 noon the day before at the latest, stating your e-mail address and your field of study. 
    Special dates can be arranged for groups on request.
  • Venue
    Main Library AR, training room AR-UB 040
    or
    Online appointment via Webex

Further information

  • If you have any questions, the Central Information Desk will be happy to help:
    Contact
    zinfo@ub.uni-siegen.de
    0271/740-4203
    Service hours
    Monday - Friday: 09:00 a.m. - 04:00 p.m.
  • Organizer
    University Library