Beyond PubMed: An Introduction to Other Online Evidence Resources for Clinical Care (by appointment only during Spring Quarter 2008)
Wright State subscribes to several resources that are useful for evidence based practice and point of care information. These include the Cochrane Library, PIER, Clinical Evidence, and First Consult. This workshop will introduce the major features of these resources.
Google, Google Scholar and Other Online Research Tools
Compare the strengths and weaknesses of Google, Google Scholar, and other search tools accessible on the open web and the libraries' web site.
Introduction to Photoshop CS3
Brought to you by the staff of the Student Technology Assistance Center, this workshop focuses on the foundational tools necessary for Photoshop mastery. Covered topics will include adjusting color, correcting red-eye, resizing images, using text, and comprehending the concept of layers. Impress all of your friends with newly acquired cropping and coloring skills through this introductory exploration of graphics editing. (Photoshop and the Abobe Creative Suite 3 are available for free use in the STAC).
Introduction to PubMed
PubMed is the National Library of Medicine's comprehensive index to the biomedical literature. Learn tips and tricks for making your PubMed (Medline) searches more productive and efficient.
Keeping Current with the Latest Research
Many of today's information resources include current awareness features that make it easy to keep up with the latest research in your field. Learn how to establish email alerts from PubMed, the ISI Citation Indexes, and the OhioLINK Electronic Journal Center (EJC) and how to run saved searches from your favorite databases. Current awareness through RSS feeds will also be addressed.
RefWorks
Need help keeping your references organized? Looking for an easier way to create bibliographies and footnotes? Try RefWorks, a web-based citation management program. With RefWorks, users can create a personal database of resources and keep them easily organized. RefWorks is available to all Wright State University faculty, staff, and students.
Your Library Your Way
Try out the new Library tab in WINGS and make it your own! Learn how to customize the WINGS Library tab to design your own library collection.
