Whether you want to know how to find a book or do detailed searches for all forms of literature, we can help you.

If you are a new to finding information for essays, you may wish to view the slide set Sarah created as a starting point, which provides guidance on searching sources, finding references, and general tips on the things to consider when approaching researching an essay. This is the briefest of introductions, so if you would like to learn more about the topics covered in the slides, the library team will be very happy to help. Simply send them questions on library@some.ox.ac.uk or come into the library during staffed hours.

Getting started with researching an essay effectively

Bodleian iSkills

The Bodleian runs a whole series of useful sessions on a variety of information skills:

• Getting started in Oxford libraries
• Unlocking Critical Thinking and Research Skills for Undergraduates
• Managing research data and Data Management Planning (DMPs)
• Referencing: Choosing and using software for referencing (as well as ‘Referencing: RefWorks’ and ‘Referencing: Zotero’)
• iSkills for Medicine: Searching Systematically
• Working with sensitive research data
• Face your FEaR: Finding, Evaluating and Referencing scientific research

For more information about the sessions, and to book, visit their website.