More information
In person
At a service point at any library
ask.monash
ask.monash (check frequently asked
questions or submit an enquiry)
Phone
03 9905 5054
Website
monash.edu/library/skills
/monashuniversitylibrary
/monashunilib
Published December 2015
14P-1115
Information
research and
learning skills
Your information
research and
learning skills are
key to success
at Monash and
beyond.
Information research skills
Librarians can work with you on:
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how and where to start researching your topic
effective use of databases and the internet
finding, evaluating and incorporating information
using the Library’s collections
citing and referencing to avoid plagiarism
managing your research data
using EndNote.
Learning skills
Learning skills advisers can work with you on:
Library programs, resources and activities enable you to save
time and be more effective in your research and learning while
developing important skills for now and the future.
monash.edu/library/skills
Online resources
Library online tutorials are designed to build your academic skills
and performance. Tutorials available include Academic Integrity
and Citing and Referencing.
monash.edu.au/library/skills/resources/tutorials
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study methods and exam preparation
collaboration and team work
effective listening and note-taking
problem-solving and critical thinking
reading strategies
essay, report and thesis writing
writing for research projects
academic English
oral communication and presentation.
Programs and drop-in sessions
Library guides are a starting point for researching
your subject area:
guides.lib.monash.edu
Resources available through the Library website include:
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reading lists
electronic books and journals
lectures online
databases
learning tools, including Lynda.com and EASE.
Information research and
learning skills programs, often
as part of your coursework
Drop-in sessions at a Research
and Learning point in all libraries
at designated times
Orientation sessions
and tours.
monash.edu/library/skills/
resources/programs
Access them using Search, the Library resource discovery tool,
or from the Library page for Students.
monash.edu/library/services/users/students
The Library blog contains articles written by experts on a range
of study-related topics.
librarymonash.blogspot.com.au