Whether you are new to the university, just starting your studies, or a long-time library user – the University Library’s InfoFit programme supports all users in developing their academic skills and offers opportunities to build additional competencies. The programme includes training in research techniques, professional library use with the help of digital tools, AI, plug-ins and more, as well as developing data literacy skills to evaluate sources and manage texts using reference management software.
Offers for students
Training courses
Target group
Primarily new students
Content
A guided tour including an introduction to library use and an overview of available services
Duration
≈ 30 min
Participants
2 - 15
Location
On-site at the entrance to the University Library
Prior knowledge
none
Registration
required
Target group
All students
Content
Learn and apply research techniques, and explore how to use the Library's print collection, e-books, electronic journals, and databases within the HNEE network.
Students with prior experience in sourcing literature, information, or data at HNEE
Content
An introduction to a range of helpful tools for enhancing and professionalising your research — including the use of AI, browser plug-ins, and other digital resources.
Duration
≈ 60 min
Participants
2 - 15
Location
Library training room or online
Prior knowledge
none
Registration
required
Target group
Students with little or no prior experience
Contents
An introduction to the program interface, adding various types of literature, organising knowledge, generating citations and bibliographies in Word documents, and managing quotes and ideas.
Duration
≈ 90 min
Participants
2 - 15
Location
Library training room or online
Prior knowledge
none
Registration
required
Target group
Students with prior experience in sourcing literature, information, and data at HNEE
Contents
A refresher on research techniques and the use of information resources, targeted searches in subject-specific repositories, and using specialised information services.
Duration
≈ 90 min
Participants
2 - 15
Location
Library training room or online
Prior knowledge
none
Registration
required
for students & employees
InfoFit at Moodle
This course is designed to support students with common questions that may arise while working in the library. It covers the full process of academic work — from preparing a research paper, sourcing and evaluating information, to managing references and progressing through the writing process. Students will have access to a range of supportive materials, including guides, infographics, instructions, video tutorials, and checklists. The course is available as a self-enrolment module.
Bachelor’s and Master’s students with little or no prior experience
Contents
An introduction to the interface and core functions of reference management software. The session covers how to add and manage different types of literature, organise your knowledge, generate citations and bibliographies in Word documents, and create and manage quotes and ideas.
Duration
≈ 90 min
Target group
Bachelor’s and Master’s students with little or no prior experience using Citavi
Contents
An introduction to the Citavi interface and its core functions. The session includes how to add different types of literature, organise your research, create citations and bibliographies in Word documents, and manage quotes and ideas effectively.
Duration
≈ 90 min
Target group
Students with prior experience in finding literature, information, and data at HNEE
Contents
A refresher on research techniques and the use of academic information resources. The session also includes targeted searches in subject-specific repositories and how to make effective use of specialised academic information services.
Duration
≈ 90 min
Training Courses
Target group
Academic staff and researchers with prior experience in finding literature, information, and data at HNEE
Contents
Targeted searching in subject-specific repositories and effective use of specialised academic information services.
Duration
≈ 90 min
Target group
Academic staff and researchers with prior experience in finding literature, information, and data at HNEE
Content
An introduction to a range of useful digital tools — including AI applications and browser plug-ins — aimed at improving and professionalising the research process.
Duration
≈ 60 min
Services for Schools
This training is tailored to meet the needs of students preparing for their final secondary school exams (Abitur). It introduces specific methods and platforms for literature research that are always accessible, quick to use, and free of charge for school students.
Target group
School classes
Content
An introduction to information literacy and the search for academic literature, including:
Topic selection, identifying material needs, and research preparation
Research techniques
Research platforms
Source evaluation
Duration
≈ 90 min
Registration
required
This session includes an additional practical component, giving students the opportunity to try out research techniques themselves and engage directly with librarians for first-hand tips and advice. Fifteen laptops are available for the practical exercises, and students are welcome to bring their own devices if available.
Target group
School classes
Content
An introduction to information literacy and academic literature research, including a practical workshop:
Topic selection, identifying material needs, and research preparation
