First Steps: Finding Books, Journal Articles and More (In-person) In-Person
This workshop helps you to begin searching the Library collections for the resources needed for assignments and research. We cover how to use tools such as the Library Catalogue, the OneSearch tool, the eBooks and eJournals menu, and Reading Lists. Whether you're looking for that special item on the Library shelves or exploring online information for a new topic, this workshop will provide the guidance you need. There are opportunities to practice using online resources (particularly eBooks and scholarly journal articles) via interactive exercises.
Learning Outcomes
- Access supports & resources available at UCC Library
- Search the Library website to find books, eBooks, journal articles
- Locate the key databases for your subject
- Access Library resources from anywhere
Intended audience: UCC students
Related LibGuide: L&T by Paul Davidson
- Date:
- Wednesday, October 1, 2025
- Time:
- 11:00 - 12:00
- Time Zone:
- UK, Ireland, Lisbon Time (change)
- Location:
- Research Skills Teaching Room
- UCC Library:
- Boole Library
- Audience:
- Postgraduates UCC Undergraduates
- Categories:
- Training
Directions: The Research Skills Teaching Room (RSTR) is on Q-1 (basement) of Boole Library. After you enter the Library, go through the double doors to the left of the Security Desk near the Library entrance. Go down the stairs one level. Follow the corridor and the room will be on your left.
Important - please complete these steps before the session:
1. Connect any smartphones/iPhones/laptops/other devices to UCC's Wi-Fi network 'eduroam'. There is limited phone/data reception in the basement and you will need internet access to authenticate your login. For help on connecting, visit the eduroam webpage.
2a. Install and register the Microsoft Authenticator app on your smartphone or iPhone with your UCC email address. There will be very limited or no phone signal available, so you will need the app to log into Library resources during the session's activities i.e. you won’t be able to complete MFA via text message or voice call.
2b. Once the app is installed and registered, please also go into its Update security info section and change the Default sign-in method to “App-based authentication – notification.” Full instructions are available via the Multifactor Authentication website. If you have any issues or questions, contact Student IT.