There are a number of events specifically for online distance learners (ODL) at the University of Edinburgh. Events for semester 1 of 2015/16 are listed below and places can be booked via the IAD website or MyEd booking channel. Workshops open for booking usually 2-4 weeks before the event.
Thursday 24 September 2015 at 12.30-13.30 (UK Time)
- Getting Started with your studies
Wednesday 7 October 2015 at 19.00-20.00 (UK Time)
- Introduction to the Online Library for Distance Learners
Thursday 8 October 2015 at 12.30-13.30 (UK Time)
- Being Critical
Saturday 10 October 2015 at 12.00-13.00 (UK Time)
- Introduction to the Online Library for Distance Learners
Tuesday 13 October 2015 at 19.00-20.00 (UK Time)
- Digital Footprint: creating an effective online presence
Wednesday 14 October 2015 at 19.00-20.00 (UK Time)
- Endnote Web (Bibliographic Tool)
Wednesday 21 October 2015 at 19.00-20.00 (UK Time)
- Mendeley (Bibliographic Tool)
Friday 23 October 2015 at 12.30-13.30 (UK Time)
- Working Effectively Around your life
Tuesday 27 October 2015 at 19:00-20:00 (UK Time)
- Effective Slide Design
Wednesday 28 October 2015 at 19.00-20.00 (UK Time)
- Zotero (Bibliographic Tool)
Wednesday 4 November 2015 at 19:00-20:00 (UK Time)
- Getting Started with Scientific Writing
- Being Critical for Assignments
Thursday 19 November 2015 at 12:30-13:30 (UK Time)
- What you need to know: Applying for a PhD @ Edinburgh
Registration for online events can be found at: http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/institute-academic-development/postgraduate/taught/courses-events/open-workshops