Enhancing Research Efficiency: A Dive into Zotero for Sacred Heart College PhD Scholars

On March 8, 2024, I had the privilege of leading a session on “Reference Management Using Zotero” for PhD scholars at Sacred Heart College (Autonomous) as part of the Research Methodology Series. The session, organized by the Sacred Heart College Research Forum at Fr. Francis Sales Library, aimed to equip scholars with essential tools to enhance their research efficiency and productivity.

Zotero, a powerful reference management software, took center stage during our discussion. With its wide range of features tailored to streamline the reference management process, Zotero offers a transformative solution for researchers grappling with citation complexities and bibliographies.

Throughout the session, we delved into the various functionalities of Zotero, from its seamless integration with web browsers to its capability to organize references into easily accessible libraries. Attendees learned how to effortlessly import references from online databases and websites, creating a centralized repository of sources for their research projects. Integration with Microsoft Word, LibreOffice Writer, and Google Docs was also explored.

A highlight of the session was the hands-on demonstration, where scholars had the opportunity to navigate Zotero’s user-friendly interface and practice importing, organizing, and citing references. The interactive nature of the session enabled participants to actively engage with the software, empowering them to incorporate Zotero into their research workflows with confidence.

Furthermore, we discussed the importance of adopting efficient reference management practices to ensure the integrity and credibility of scholarly work. By mastering Zotero, scholars can streamline the citation process, avoid inadvertent plagiarism, and maintain consistency in their bibliographies, ultimately enhancing the quality of their research output.

The session concluded with a lively exchange of ideas and insights, showcasing the enthusiasm and dedication of Sacred Heart College’s PhD scholars to excel in their academic endeavors. Armed with the knowledge and skills gained from the session, I am confident that Zotero will serve as a valuable ally for them as they navigate the intricacies of scholarly writing with ease and precision.

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Attended an ICT Skill Development Programme at INFLIBNET

It was a felicitous opportunity to attend an ICT skill development program at Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) an autonomous Inter-University Centre of the University Grants Commission (UGC), Ahmedabad, Gujarat from September 7th to 9th 2022. This program aimed to induce more insights and in-depth knowledge on the fundamentals of the Cloud, installation of Shibboleth (remote campus access tool), and building a repository in the Cloud environment.

It was also an excellent chance to visit libraries of esteemed institutions like IIM Ahmedabad, Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Information and Communication Technology, National Institute of Fashion Technology

Thanks to my college (Sacred Heart College, Kochi) for sponsoring me for this faculty development program

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Session on N-LIST and National Digital Library of India (NDLI)

The central library of Mar Dionysius College, Pazhanji, Kunnamkulam organizes a session on N-LIST and the National Digital Library of India (NDLI) for the postgraduate students of the college in association with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at the college seminar hall of at 10:00 AM on 08 July 2022.

The following topics will be covered in the session:

  • What is National Library and Information Services Infrastructure for Scholarly Content (N-LIST) Consortium
  • How to use N-LIST E-Resources
  • What is National Digital Library of India (NDLI)
  • How to use NDLI E-Resources

Resource Person
Mr. Mahesh Palamuttath
Librarian
Sacred Heart College (Autonomous) East Campus Library

Date and Time
08 July 2020, 10:00 AM

Venue: M.D. College, Seminar Hall

Contact: Ajo Geevarghes, College Librarian. Mobile: 9447785357

One-day training program on Enhancing Library’s Web Presence with Blog at Farook College (Autonomous), Calicut

The department of library and information science Farook college (autonomous) organizes a one-day workshop on Enhancing Library’s Web Presence with Blog on 10th June 2022 for this MLISc 2nd-year batch. This workshop aims at enhancing skills in content/information management and creating own personal brand among library professionals.

Course content

  • Introduction to Blogs & Blogging
  • Starting with Blogger & WordPress
  • Blog creation and customization -workflow (Publish blog post, embed video/image/doc/PDF/sheet/slides etc.
  • Various possibilities of Google Drive with blog
  • Backup and restoration

Resource Person

Mr. Mahesh Palamuttath
Librarian, East Campus
Sacred Heart College (Autonomous), Ernakulam
Mob: +91 9567664972
Email: maheshpalamuttath@shcollege.ac.in

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