We invite lecturers, students and librarians to participate in free, open online training in Polish, which will take place in May. During the session, solutions, products and their updates will be presented in an accessible way. We encourage you to share information about the training with the academic community.
Mathematics Source – Your math knowledge center
Date: May 7, 2025 | Time: 11:30 (45 minutes) | Registration
Due to the ongoing test access to the Mathematics Source database, we invite students and academics to a demonstration of the database's capabilities. During the training, we will discuss in detail the resource, which covers all aspects of mathematical research. We will show examples of journals and magazines. We will present searches covering topics related to algebra, combinatorics, differential equations, dynamical systems, geometry, number theory, probability, signal processing, statistics and many others. Participation in the training will allow you to test the database in a more effective way.
Training for lecturers | How to use the EBSCOhost platform in your work with students
Date: May 8, 2025 | Time: 11:30 (30 minutes) | Registration
We invite lecturers to participate in a training that will show how the EBSCOhost platform can become an indispensable tool in teaching and support students' academic development. The training is intended for lecturers who want to enrich their classes with reliable and up-to-date scientific sources and are looking for ways to integrate EBSCOhost resources in the teaching process, supporting the development of students' research skills. Participants will learn how to integrate EBSCOhost search results with tasks to be performed by students, such as analyzing literature, preparing presentations or writing research papers.
EBSCOhost – effective support in writing theses
Date: May 13, 2025 | Time: 1:30 PM (45 minutes) | Registration
Training designed for users writing a bachelor's or master's thesis. Join the session to familiarize yourself with the new platform interface, learn about logging in and remote access, explore options for limiting results, downloading full text, translating articles, citing, and placing publications in the cloud.
Microsession | Dedicated EBSCO interfaces: selection, login, use
Date: May 14, 2025 | Time: 10:00 (20 minutes) | Registration
The training focuses on the practical use of dedicated EBSCO interfaces, tailored to specific user groups and resource types (e.g. Business Source, Literary Reference, EDS, etc.). Participants will learn the differences between the individual interfaces, how to choose the most appropriate one for their research or educational needs, and how to navigate them effectively.
New EBSCO Science Databases: Mathematics Source, Inspec with Full Text, Petroleum Source
Date: May 20, 2025 | Time: 12:00 (60 minutes) | Registration
We invite you to a training presenting three new EBSCO databases. This is a great opportunity to learn about tools that support research and learning in mathematics, technical sciences and petroleum engineering.
Mathematics Source: a broad survey of the mathematical literature, from algebra to probability theory
· Inspec with Full Text: a rich resource of engineering, physics, computer science and technology publications
Petroleum Source: a specialist source of knowledge for the oil and gas engineering industry
We will show you how to effectively search for articles, reports and data. We will present examples of use. Participation in the training will help you reach valuable sources faster, optimize your research work and make better use of available tools.
What's New on EBSCO Platforms: AI, Scopus Citations, and Natural Language Search
Date: May 21, 2025 | Time: 12:00 (40 minutes) | Registration
During this session, we will review new features available on EBSCO platforms:
AI Summaries: AI-generated publication summaries
· Scopus Time Citations: citation counters and links to the Scopus platform
Natural Language Search: A search mode that allows users to search using everyday language instead of complex keywords or Boolean operators
EBSCO eBooks Demystified – Read, Download, Quote
Date: May 27, 2025 | Time: 10:00 (30 minutes) | Registration
A hands-on session that will show you how to search and use eBooks in the new EBSCOhost interface. We’ll show you the refreshed full-text view and discuss how to cite selected titles, download excerpts, and download entire titles.
EBSCOhost vs. EDS Scientific Search Engine: A Comparison of Scientific Literature Search Tools
Date: May 28, 2025 | Time: 1:30 PM (45 minutes) | Registration
The training aims to familiarize participants with two popular tools for searching scientific literature - EBSCOhost and the EDS (EBSCO Discovery Service) search engine. Participants will learn what are the key differences between these platforms, what features they offer, how to use them effectively in the context of searching scientific sources, and which one will be more suitable in different research scenarios.
