Starting study at university can be a daunting life change for students. Amidst the jumble of timetabling, new social groups and technical course content lies the often forgotten but necessary skills each student must learn to succeed in their studies: how to search for and find reliable information. This is more important than ever in an age where information is unlimited, easy to create and accessible 24/7, and where navigating digital spheres of information can be complex and overwhelming.
To support the development of these skills, UTS Library will be introducing a suite of animated videos that welcomes students to the world of digital information literacy.
Who these resources will support
Developed for students who are new to academic study—including those learning online or offshore—these videos provide a friendly, accessible starting point for understanding key study fundamentals.
These videos offer a visually engaging introduction to what students can expect from undertaking academic research. They cover topics such as:
- Exploring academic study and Library resources
- Effectively finding information for your assignments or research
- Evaluating your search results and choosing good sources
- Staying organised while working on assignments
- Understanding referencing and academic integrity
How you can use these videos in your teaching
See the full suite of videos here. If you’re an academic interested in using these videos to support your students, get in touch with your Faculty librarian, who can help you embed them in Canvas and connect students with additional Library support resources.