Academic Services Blog

Literature Online: new platform August 1st 2019

2019-05-20T14:24:00.001+01:00

Literature Online is migrating to a new platform on August 1st at this location: https://search.proquest.com/lion Please find here ProQuest’s description of the highlights. All bookmarks and links will direct automatically to the new Literature Online. Important: if you have stored records, searches etc. in My Archive, these will not be transferred so if you need them please log in and

EndNote X9 desktop software: now free to download for AU students and staff

2019-05-13T15:34:00.003+01:00

Due to a change in licensing, EndNote reference management software can now be downloaded at no cost to Windows and Mac computers owned by AU students and staff. Log into the software download page: https://faqs.aber.ac.uk/907 Choose Windows or Mac from the Operating Systems menu Find EndNote X9 in the software menu, click Download and follow the instructions FYI EndNote can

Try the new List View in Aspire

2018-12-07T15:53:00.000+00:00

Aspire Reading Lists has been upgraded, introducing some changes to the way that reading lists look when you view them in Aspire. There will be no change to Aspire reading lists as they appear in Blackboard modules except for IMLA Distance Learners who will see the changes described here. Staff who log in to edit lists in Aspire can change any list back to the previous layout by clicking

Aberystwyth University wins runner-up in Excellence in Marketing and Engaging Academics at Talis Insight Europe 2018

2018-08-14T09:39:00.000+01:00

We are delighted to share the news that Aberystwyth University has won runner-up in Excellence in Marketing and Engaging Academics category awarded by Talis at their annual conference in May, after achieving published lists for 100% of undergraduate module taught in 2017-2018. Talis Insight Europe 2018 took place at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre with the awards ceremony taking place

New, improved Aspire Reading List page for BlackBoard

2018-07-02T11:30:00.000+01:00

The advice previously displayed in the left panel of the Aspire Reading List page in Blackboard can now be found by clicking the menu button next to the page title, so that the reading list can use the full width previously taken by both panels. Please contact the Academic Engagement team by acastaff@aber.ac.uk or phone 01970621896 if you have any questions.

Aber LibTeachMeet 2018 - How can we make the library more inclusive?

2018-05-10T09:36:00.002+01:00

Aberystwyth University is well known for providing one of the best student experiences in the UK and a large part of that is down to the strong sense of belonging that we foster, not only with students and staff but with the wider community too. This year’s Aber LibTeachMeet focusing on inclusivity was a great opportunity to examine what it is we are currently doing so well but also

What do students think about reading lists at Aber?

2018-02-27T16:33:00.000+00:00

One of the Information Services Focus Groups that we conducted this year explored the students’ experience of using Aspire reading lists as part of their studies. Feedback gathered from the students revealed the following: Students would like to see what’s on the reading list before registering for a module. Reading lists should include all the necessary resources for the course and

Open Access Filtering Introduced in Web of Science

2018-01-26T14:07:00.001+00:00

In the latest update to the Web of Science interface, accessible through Primo Resources A-Z tab (http://primo.aber.ac.uk) or directly at http://wok.mimas.ac.uk, the facility to filter your search results to show only those items available through Open Access has been introduced. Using software developed by ImpactStory, links are provided to peer-reviewed or final versions of Open Access papers,

Improvements and new features in Primo

2017-09-20T16:43:00.000+01:00

Here's a quick recap: Expanded Advanced Search available in all search tabs Search suggestions - give them a try, see what happens! Find the Information Skills pages After finding a book, click Shelf View to see the books sitting on the shelf next to the one - they might also be useful for you Contact acastaff@aber.ac.uk for further information or to arrange

DG Research and Innovation Expert Group on Altmetrics Report

2017-07-14T13:25:00.000+01:00

The EC Directorate Research and Innovation's Expert Group on Altmetrics was set up to consider how to advance Article-Level publication metrics (altmetrics) in the context of the open research agenda, to review different altmetrics measures in relation to more established methods of measuring research output, how to remove the current barriers to open research/open science and to recommend

Aberystwyth LibTeachMeet 2017

2017-06-27T16:57:00.003+01:00

This year’s theme at the Aberystwyth LibTeachMeet was ‘Information Literacy in the Age of Fake News’ a challenging issue facing libraries and their readers. The CILIP Information Literacy Group kindly sponsored the event. Librarians and information professionals working in higher and further education were amongst the attendees and it was apparent that we all faced similar

Resource of the Month: European Sources Online

2017-05-30T14:38:00.000+01:00

European Sources Online is an extensive online database which forms part of the University’s European Documentation Centre. It provides access to the latest information on the European Union, including primary and official documentation on policies, institutions and countries.The ESO database also provides access to;· Thousands of

Resource of the Month: Nexis

2017-04-20T13:35:00.002+01:00

• Nexis is an online full-text database which searches regional, national and global newspapers from over 100 countries, business and industry trade magazines, business news and company information. • This resource is often used to aid businesses as it provides insights into over 30,000 trusted and invaluable sources of business and news information. These range from global news articles, to

Forum for Responsible Research Metrics

2017-04-05T13:49:00.000+01:00

In 2015, an independent report entitled "The Metric Tide" chaired by Prof James Wilsdon of the Science Policy Research Unit (Univ Sussex) drew attention to the rising pressure on universities, research funders and policymakers to use quantitative metrics in the assessment of research quality and productivity. In the opinion of many academics and information professionals, however, the

Resource of the Month: Web of Science

2017-03-09T09:39:00.000+00:00

Web of Science is an online resource available at Aberystwyth University. It gives access to thousands of easily searchable scientific journals, publications and citations within its Master Journal List. How the resource can help students; Helps to aid research for assignments, dissertations and exams – The database offers easy access to the latest academic research, texts and

A new resource for Students and Staff: Globe on Screen

2017-03-06T09:56:00.001+00:00

We are thrilled to announce that we have recently acquired access to an exciting new online resource, available on the Drama Online platform. Globe on Screen allows access to 20 Shakespeare productions filmed live at the Globe Theatre in high definition and surround sound. See the full list here. You can also find the plays when searching in Primo. Simply search for the

Links to digitised documents to be added to Aspire Reading Lists

2017-02-23T15:34:00.000+00:00

As of Tuesday 28th February, reading lists requiring articles and/or chapters to be digitised will be processed in a new way to streamline the service for students. Digitised readings e.g. books chapters or journal articles for seminars etc. are currently deposited in a folder in your Blackboard module called Digitised Documents. Students From 2017-2018 you will be able to click through

Resource of the Month; Box of Broadcasts

2017-02-15T16:37:00.000+00:00

Box of Broadcasts provides access to over one million free on demand television and radio programmes for learning, research and teaching purposes. Why the resource is useful for students; Box of Broadcasts provides recently aired and older archived television and radio shows which are available to record and view on demand. Box of Broadcasts’ on demand programmes are now available to access

New resource IBISWorld – Now Available!

2017-01-04T14:07:00.000+00:00

Aberystwyth University has recently purchased IBISWorld IBISWorld provides industry data for over 400 UK industries with an easy to use search and user friendly reports. This resource is useful for anyone; •Preparing for interview/job success – find out more about the industry sector the company is operating, competitors, major players and gain a better understanding of the workings of

Semester 2 deadline for Aspire reading lists: November 30th

2016-11-07T17:14:00.002+00:00

Library staff are buying books and digitising now for modules being taught in Semester Two 2016-2017. Reading lists for modules being taught in Semester 2 (or being taught over both semesters) must be added to Aspire, and existing Aspire lists must updated and republished, by the end of November or there is no guarantee that library materials and digitised documents will be available in time for

Meet your Academic Engagement Librarian #16

2016-09-05T10:06:00.000+01:00

Hello! I’m George and I am the Graduate Trainee for 2016-2017. I graduated here in Aberystwyth during July 2016 with a degree in International Politics and Military History. I am originally from Chester, but decided Aber was the place for me after successfully completing the Summer University programme in 2012. I had never considered Librarianship as a career up until now. Although after

Ebrary upgrades to "Ebook Central"

2016-06-20T12:18:00.001+01:00

Between Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd June, Ebrary will be upgraded to Proquest Ebook Central. Reading Ebook Central e-books you find in Primo should remain unchanged however there will be a new-look website if you are visiting Ebook Central directly: All your saved books, highlighting and other personalised features will be available as before. From ProQuest: “Updated, modern patron

The 2016 Aber LibTeachMeet held at Aberystwyth University was a great success.

2016-06-15T15:53:00.000+01:00