Student Learning Centre

Unlock the full potential of your library and the Student Learning Centre! In this workshop, you’ll get a comprehensive tour of the library space, services, and resources, including how to use Page 1+ to find the information you need. Plus, learn about Peer Tutoring and Coaching, two powerful services that can help you excel in your studies!

Check out Faculty & Staff Library Page for library resources that are tailored for faculty and staff, including useful tools, forms, and information about services. You can also access digital resources and subject guides for your area.

Check out Library FAQs for answers to Library questions about services, accessing resources and more.

Page 1+ helps you search through the library’s vast collection of resources for your assignments and projects. This workshop will show you how to efficiently use Page 1+, manage your account, save searches, and track sources—everything you need to start your research journey.

For more support see our user guide on Page 1+ or view our video Searching with Page 1+

Learn how to find and use free and openly licenced resources from the internet, including high-quality photos, videos, templates, graphic design tools and more. Learn how to incorporate open multimedia into your own projects, and learn the art of attribution through the TASL technique.

Part 1: What are Open Educational Resources (OER)?

Learn the basics of OER and how they can be useful for your work

Part 2: Learning to use OER

Learn how to use OER according to the terms of open licenses

Part 3: Learning to attribute

Learn how to give credit to the creator of a work

Discover how Generative AI can support your research process. Learn effective prompting techniques, understand the limitations of AI, and explore strategies for using AI ethically and responsibly in your academic work.

Explore how tools like ChatGPT can assist in your research and writing while respecting Algonquin College’s Academic Integrity policies. This workshop will cover the strengths and weaknesses of Generative AI, helping you understand how to use it responsibly for academic success.

For more information, check out our supporting content in our Generative AI Guide and Citation Guide.

This workshop will guide participants through the essentials of conducting a literature review. Learn how to effectively search for, evaluate, and organize scholarly sources, while avoiding common pitfalls.

When doing research and in everyday life, it’s crucial to use reliable sources. This workshop introduces the C.R.A.A.P. test—a simple yet powerful method for evaluating sources for credibility and relevance. Learn how to spot misinformation and make sure you’re using trustworthy sources for your assignments.

Improve your evaluation skills, check out our supporting content in our Research Guide or The Learning Portal. Learn more about how to evaluate all information for quality. Keep in mind that not all the information you find online is credible and reliable or even appropriate for your topic, so you must take a close look at what you are using. Use the tips below to determine whether or not you should use a particular source for your research assignment.

What makes an article credible for your academic work? In this workshop, we’ll show you how to identify and find scholarly (peer-reviewed) articles through the library’s tools. You’ll also learn how to differentiate scholarly sources from non-academic ones to ensure your research is top-notch.

You can find more information on identifying and finding academic articles in the Learning Portal Module: Types of Resources-Journal Articles.

Watch the videos below to learn about how to find scholarly resources using Library search tools, and how to tell if a resource is scholarly.

Not sure where to start with your research paper? This workshop will guide you through the process of choosing search terms, finding reliable sources, and combining web and library resources to build a strong foundation for your assignment. You’ll learn how to strategically plan and conduct research that will make your paper shine.

Go through process of planning and conducting research for your paper in the Research Guide, and watch the videos below.

Explore the Research Guide for tutorials and resources to help you define your research topic, plan your research, locate and assess information, create an outline, and write your paper.

Cut-and-paste research methods can easily lead to accidental plagiarism. In this workshop, we’ll explore how to use quotations properly and integrate sources into your work to avoid plagiarism. Perfect for those starting out with research or learning the ropes of proper citation.

Visit our APA Module on Incorporating Sources. Learn how to incorporate information into your paper using paraphrasing, direct quotes, and in-text citations.

Need to get familiar with APA citation style? This 2-hour session is designed to introduce you to APA’s rules for in-text citations, quotes, paraphrases, and reference lists. You’ll leave with the confidence to use APA style correctly in your academic work.

The modules below cover how to use APA 7 to format your papers and cite your sources. Check with your professors to see which edition of APA they want you to use.

If you’re in a technical field, you’ll need to master the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) citation style. This workshop introduces you to the rules and guidelines of IEEE citation style to help you correctly cite and reference sources. Whether you’re a first-timer or looking for a refresher, this session has you covered.

You can find more information on using the rules of IEEE to correctly cite and reference resources by visiting our Citing and Documenting Sources Guide.

Want to improve your paraphrasing skills and avoid plagiarism? This workshop will teach you how to properly paraphrase information, allowing you to use sources effectively and make your writing your own. Learn essential skills for academic success and how to build your paraphrase power!

Want to learn more about the skill of paraphrasing? Please visit the Purdue Online Writing Lab for more tips to improve your paraphrase power.

(Recommended for EAP Intermediate and anyone interested in improving their paraphrasing skills)

What is plagiarism, and how can you avoid it? In this workshop, you’ll learn how plagiarism relates to Academic Integrity; discover the importance of correctly citing your sources; gain essential skills to ensure your work is always your own.

Complete the activity and watch the video below for an explanation of what plagiarism is and how you can avoid it.

Complete the activity below to learn about avoiding plagiarism in your academic paper.

Learn what Generative AI is, how it works, and what students need to know about academic integrity, citation, and acknowledgement. This workshop provides practical guidance for using AI responsibly in academic work while maintaining transparency and ethical research practices.

Check out the Structuring Your Writing module of The Learning Portal for help structuring and writing the paragraphs in your essay, as well as with incorporating the sources you found during your research.

Managing your time and keeping on top of your work are the keys to success as a college student.

Visit the Time Management module and watch the videos below to learn how to create weekly schedules and a semester plan to manage your time better.

It can be challenging to listen to your professors while also writing class notes . . . and how do you balance all of the readings that you need to get through, anyway?

Visit the Reading & Note-Taking module and watch the video below to learn some strategies for taking notes in class more effective and useful.

Do you cringe when your professors assign group projects? Do you dread completing these projects because you know it’s going to be difficult to get everyone on board to get the job done?

Visit the module on Agreeing on Expectations for group projects, and watch the videos below.

“If I’d just started earlier, I could have done so much better.” Although many students claim to work better under the pressure of deadlines, not having enough time to complete assignments can mean that you are not reaching your potential as a student. Learn to maximize your marks by starting early and breaking down your assignments into manageable parts using an “assignment tracker.”

Visit the Time Management module and watch this video to learn how to plan out the time to work on your assignment so you’ll be less likely to put it off.

Practice makes perfect! If you want to feel more comfortable with new material, you need to review regularly and actively! Trade in straight reading for techniques that will allow you to rehearse material, test yourself, and come up with memory devices. Learn how to prioritize your studying and focus on the material that really matters.

Visit the Studying and Test-Taking module and watch the videos below for strategies to make your studying more effective.

For many students, exam time can be filled with stress, anxiety, and worry.

Visit the Studying and Test-Taking module and watch the videos below for strategies to make your studying more effective.

Click on the following titles to view the corresponding videos:

Balancing your course-load and personal commitments can be a stressful experience for many college students.

Visit the Stress Management module and watch the videos below to learn strategies that can help you deal with stress.

Click on the following titles to view the corresponding videos:

• Guided Belly Breathing
• Let’s Take a Mindfulness Moment
• How to Solve Practical Problems