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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

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10.00 a.m. (Webex)
Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10.30 a.m. (presence)
Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10.30 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