STEM Ed+ Commons | Claire Sewell | Activity https://stemedplus.hcommons.org/members/clairesewell/activity/ Activity feed for Claire Sewell. Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:03:10 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=10.6.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 cad903c18310c79ccad637771fb1a6ba Claire Sewell deposited Notes from: Peer Review https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856461/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:54:09 +0000 The formal assessment process for published academic research provides a good opportunity for researchers at any stage to get involved in the wider academic conversation. It helps you to develop skills including critical reading, giving appropriate feedback and can help to enhance your own academic writing to improve your chances at publication.…[Read more]

]]> 0 c993d0a2d0980139696cca04628f3d23 Claire Sewell deposited Notes from: Creating an Online Presence https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856460/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:51:35 +0000 Creating a strong, professional online identity can help to enhance your reputation, grow your network and become part of the wider scholarly conversation. This session will discuss the various tools available to you, how to build a successful online presence and promote yourself and your work for maximum impact.

]]> 0 d79c70a313543f93bceeb9e8d8f1326a Claire Sewell deposited Notes from: Promoting Yourself and Your Research https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856459/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:49:00 +0000 This session guides researchers through the decisions they need to make to create a promotional strategy that works for them and their work. It looks at how to build a successful online profile, where to (legally) share work and where to spend time creating a targeted campaign.

]]> 0 b2c6577b7c05490f38ad3d747ae56681 Claire Sewell deposited Promoting Yourself and Your Research https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856458/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:46:36 +0000 This session guides researchers through the decisions they need to make to create a promotional strategy that works for them and their work. It looks at how to build a successful online profile, where to (legally) share work and where to spend time creating a targeted campaign.

]]> 0 b1aaf6ec35521704f538ddb7a6e32931 Claire Sewell deposited Notes from: Creating an Effective Conference Poster https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856457/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:43:23 +0000 Research posters are a great way to communicate your project to an interested audience, but they are not just an excuse to cram an entire article onto a single sheet of paper! This session will cover what it takes to design and present a research poster including what to include, accessibility concerns, using illustrations to make an impact and…[Read more]

]]> 0 1ff0eedfa4e39ea6b68f50662677f9cc Claire Sewell deposited Notes from: How to Give a Terrible Presentation https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856456/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:39:06 +0000 Many people are wary of giving presentations but they are a fact of academic life. Being able to clearly present your research to an interested audience helps with public engagement and offers the chance to make an impact. This session shares the ten most common mistakes people make when designing and delivering a presentation and offers some tips…[Read more]

]]> 0 ea04d6d89b28c41bd673dff17c74e203 Claire Sewell deposited How to Give a Terrible Presentation https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856455/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:38:33 +0000 Many people are wary of giving presentations but they are a fact of academic life. Being able to clearly present your research to an interested audience helps with public engagement and offers the chance to make an impact. This session shares the ten most common mistakes people make when designing and delivering a presentation and offers some tips…[Read more]

]]> 0 1aa49d699c1cfdc7374f531e34938d2b Claire Sewell deposited Notes from: Becoming a Reflective Researcher https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856454/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:31:25 +0000 ‘Reflective practice’ is a phrase that often makes people worry but it is just a formal term for something we all do every day. We all have an internal monologue which helps us to process our experiences, both positive and negative. Researchers and students are increasingly being asked to apply reflection to their studies, something emphasised by…[Read more]

]]> 0 d8ab50f83d9be90c20413fa1473cdae3 Claire Sewell deposited Know Moore About: Making an Impact with Modern Metrics https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856044/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:28:07 +0000 This session offers an introduction to modern metrics as one element of a wider system to measure success. Learn about traditional metrics, newer methods such as Altmetrics and why there is more to impact than just numbers. It also discusses the move towards the responsible use of metrics and how research active staff at any level can get involved.

]]> 0 ee0482d6860cd9eff5734f64d1a7527c Claire Sewell's profile was updated https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856043/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:24:24 +0000 0 634953011e072cc45444acfa04b7634b Claire Sewell deposited Making an Impact with Modern Metrics https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856042/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:23:43 +0000 This session offers an introduction to modern metrics as one element of a wider system to measure success. Learn about traditional metrics, newer methods such as Altmetrics and why there is more to impact than just numbers. It also discusses the move towards the responsible use of metrics and how research active staff at any level can get involved.

]]> 0 1cef391229956a035dae3fb3d21eb666 Claire Sewell deposited Refresh Your Study Skills (presenter notes) https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856041/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:12:17 +0000 As we start a new term it's a good idea to reflect back on what went well and where there is room to improve. Join the Physical Sciences Research Support Team for a whistle stop review of study skills. We will answer your questions, share our top tips and resources and get you ready for the term ahead.

]]> 0 9c1c66a850926a9ee93ae9168b68eaa3 Claire Sewell deposited Know Moore About: Publishing Your Research in an Open World https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856039/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:07:57 +0000 The world of publication is changing. There are more ways to share the outputs of your research than ever before and at the same time there is an increasing emphasis on sharing these outputs openly. This session will guide you through the essentials of publishing and sharing your research outputs (both formal and informal) to ensure maximum…[Read more]

]]> 0 fd343986ce7f1ae3caabf93a39b42153 Claire Sewell deposited Publishing Your Research in an Open World https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856038/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:05:19 +0000 The world of publication is changing. There are more ways to share the outputs of your research than ever before and at the same time there is an increasing emphasis on sharing these outputs openly. This session will guide you through the essentials of publishing and sharing your research outputs (both formal and informal) to ensure maximum…[Read more]

]]> 0 08368f0bb1ea07592b8e77e68a8b51b9 Claire Sewell deposited Sample DMP: In a Galaxy Far Far Away: An Investigation to Establish which Chocolate Tastes Better - Galaxy or Cadbury? https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856016/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:05:29 +0000 Sample data management plan for training purposes. Contains a number of deliberate mistakes or poor curation behaviours for learners to test their knowledge and/or spark discussions.

]]> 0 c0c06254448a06da53953fffde1d8f3d Claire Sewell deposited Data Management Plans (presenter notes) https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856015/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:00:24 +0000 Whatever form your research takes you will be using, collecting and generating a large volume of data. It is important to have a plan to manage this information, not just to help you work more efficiently but because many funders demand evidence of a plan before you start your project. This session will introduce you to data management plans,…[Read more]

]]> 0 0255768a88a386b961559e53e86a29a2 Claire Sewell deposited Know Moore About: Copyright and Creative Commons https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856013/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:48:26 +0000 From fair dealing to sharing your research online it seems that nothing with copyright is ever simple. There are few black and white rules about copyright but there can be serious consequences for getting things wrong! This session covers the basics of UK copyright law and how these impact researchers such as dealing with third party materials,…[Read more]

]]> 0 80dac61569c459660e597d134a37e087 Claire Sewell deposited Know Moore About: Taking Good Notes https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856011/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:45:48 +0000 Taking good notes that can be used in a variety of situations is a valuable skill, during your studies and beyond. Done well, good notes can also save you a lot of time. This session will look at the different types of notes you can take, how to take notes from readings, in lectures and from recordings and how to use the resulting resources.

]]> 0 a4992c4e6e006d661e40a12708026321 Claire Sewell deposited Making Your References Work for You https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1856009/ Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:56:04 +0000 Referencing is an important part of the academic ecosystem. It can showcase the range of sources you have read, allow the reader to follow up on any interesting points and help to avoid the problem of plagiarism. But referencing can also be time consuming. This session will explore reference management tools and how they can support you throughout…[Read more]

]]> 0 063125773f18d648a1c0ba7a9ff67bda Claire Sewell deposited Your Literature Review: Finding What You Need. https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1854321/ Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:54:19 +0000 Literature reviews are a great way to explore the current thinking on a topic and you will often be asked to conduct one to determine the landscape in your discipline. But where do you start and how do you find results that are actually useful? This session will guide you through the process of thinking about what you want to search for, creating…[Read more]

]]> 0 eee44c277d9f61eba28fcd630af6b1e0 Claire Sewell deposited Building an Effective Search Strategy (PPT) https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1854311/ Wed, 09 Aug 2023 09:29:05 +0000 You have your research topic and access to millions of resources – but how do you find relevant material? This session will help you turn your research idea into a comprehensive search strategy designed to get maximum results. It will cover creating targeted keywords, filtering results, evaluating materials and recording your methods to save you t…[Read more]

]]> 0 f932fb99900c4601a150916526feb5a9 Claire Sewell deposited Handy Guide: Responsible Metrics https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1854305/ Wed, 09 Aug 2023 08:46:56 +0000 Accessible guide covering the basics of the responsible metrics movement. These guides can be printed as leaflets for distribution.

]]> 0 8bf8930f441e242fc3042d414c5a9072 Claire Sewell deposited Developing an Online Presence https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1849493/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:57:59 +0000 Creating a strong, professional online identity can help to enhance your reputation, grow your network and become part of the wider scholarly conversation. This session will discuss the various tools available to you, how to build a successful online presence and promote yourself and your work for maximum impact.

]]> 0 7a6524c548aa1e1aac446b7f1731beb4 Claire Sewell deposited Peer Review https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1849489/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:46:36 +0000 Peer review – the formal assessment process for published academic research – provides a good opportunity for researchers at any stage to get involved in the wider academic conversation. It helps you to develop skills including critical reading, giving appropriate feedback and can help to enhance your own academic writing to improve your cha…[Read more]

]]> 0 e89da9a5c2f95ee1fb1d8ab9469970bc Claire Sewell deposited Creating an Effective Research Poster https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1849487/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:27:25 +0000 Research posters are a great way to communicate your project to an interested audience, but they are not just an excuse to cram an entire article onto a single sheet of paper! This session will cover what it takes to design and present a research poster including what to include, accessibility concerns, using illustrations to make an impact and…[Read more]

]]> 0 663ee34cb2466cfca5fee10f9bbef4bb Claire Sewell deposited Copyright and Creative Commons https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1849486/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:18:57 +0000 From fair dealing to sharing your research online it seems that nothing with copyright is ever simple. There are few black and white rules about copyright but there can be serious consequences for getting things wrong! This session covers the basics of UK copyright law and how these impact researchers such as dealing with third party materials,…[Read more]

]]> 0 6751ecc1d8e819abad06dc4509a50096 Claire Sewell deposited Data Management Plans https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1849485/ Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:13:30 +0000 Whatever form your research takes you will be using, collecting and generating a large volume of data. It is important to have a plan to manage this information, not just to help you work more efficiently but because many funders demand evidence of a plan before you start your project. This session will introduce you to data management plans,…[Read more]

]]> 0 23a72f09383f38eb81ba84e6b045a453 Claire Sewell deposited Web of Science https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1848036/ Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:19:13 +0000 Using Web of Science, this session will guide you through basic and advanced search functions, finding relevant content for your research and setting alerts to keep on top of new material

]]> 0 d3b854904ce94970db36bd13576b355b Claire Sewell deposited Scopus https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1848035/ Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:16:36 +0000 Using Scopus, this session will guide you through basic and advanced search functions, finding relevant content for your research and setting alerts to keep on top of new material

]]> 0 987929e519ff7644081797d769e17c8c Claire Sewell deposited Making Your References Work for You (with Zotero) https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1848034/ Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:11:14 +0000 Referencing is an important part of the academic ecosystem. It can showcase the range of sources you have read, allow the reader to follow up on any interesting points and help to avoid the problem of plagiarism. But referencing can also be time consuming. This session will explore reference management tools and how they can support you throughout…[Read more]

]]> 0 83a9fd4d02575db3831e2c9ddba16335 Claire Sewell deposited Refreshing Your Study Skills https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1847933/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 20:01:17 +0000 As we start a new term it's a good idea to reflect back on what went well and where there is room to improve. Join the Physical Sciences Research Support Team for a whistle stop review of study skills. We will answer your questions, share our top tips and resources and get you ready for the term ahead.

]]> 0 c5ee8d17a8834d9ba49f22942a37af7b Claire Sewell deposited Your Literature Review: Finding What You Need https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1847932/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 19:58:35 +0000 Literature reviews are a great way to explore the current thinking on a topic and you will often be asked to conduct one to determine the landscape in your discipline. But where do you start and how do you find results that are actually useful? This session will guide you through the process of thinking about what you want to search for, creating…[Read more]

]]> 0 17ec58a70cd5f7608e867298d6f01b91 Claire Sewell deposited Taking Good Notes https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1847931/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 19:52:43 +0000 Taking good notes that can be used in a variety of situations is a valuable skill, during your studies and beyond. Done well, good notes can also save you a lot of time. This session will look at the different types of notes you can take, how to take notes from readings, in lectures and from recordings and how to use the resulting resources.

]]> 0 643c0d878b755b8abe6a2e0ef0c723e9 Claire Sewell deposited Building an Effective Search Strategy https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1847928/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 19:35:41 +0000 You have your research topic and access to millions of resources – but how do you find relevant material? This session will help you turn your research idea into a comprehensive search strategy designed to get maximum results. It will cover creating targeted keywords, filtering results, evaluating materials and recording your methods to save you t…[Read more]

]]> 0 a14a68518549fa48879d32818d05912e Claire Sewell's profile was updated https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1791592/ Fri, 26 Aug 2022 13:39:30 +0000 0 9b99c3957b5fbf0dc97f82b601cc386d Claire Sewell deposited Teaching and Learning for Librarians: Course Outline https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1785378/ Fri, 01 Jul 2022 14:19:51 +0000 The Teaching and Learning for Librarians Course at Cambridge University Libraries runs annually. This document offers an outline of the contents of each month together with the assessment prompts used for self-reflection.

]]> 0 21e829727fb0826deb13653751ba0dde Claire Sewell deposited Copyright Awareness Survey 2022 - transcript https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1773512/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:11:16 +0000 Transcription to accompany: https://doi.org/10.17613/tcpj-dw82
Infographic representing results from the Cambridge University Libraries Copyright Group (CULCG) Copyright Awareness Survey. The survey was distributed in conjunction with Fair Dealing Week 2022.

]]> 0 5109d60571903939fc321e6c93c9edfa Claire Sewell deposited Copyright Awareness Survey 2022 https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1773401/ Mon, 28 Feb 2022 10:37:51 +0000 Infographic representing results from the Cambridge University Libraries Copyright Group (CULCG) Copyright Awareness Survey. The survey was distributed in conjunction with Fair Dealing Week 2022.

]]> 0 a6d7fe7e18effba18f4f5d385804faf2 Claire Sewell deposited How to Give a Terrible Presentation (editable PPT) https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1761521/ Tue, 14 Dec 2021 11:22:31 +0000 Glossophobia (the fear of public speaking) is something that impacts many of us. However, the ability to design and deliver an effective presentation is a valuable skill both in academia and beyond. Join us for this gentle introduction to the most common mistakes people make and how you can avoid them.

In this session we will look at the…[Read more]

]]> 0 5a208c4fc12d92470586489e50343cf3 Claire Sewell deposited Bumps in the Road: Copyright Responses to COVID in Higher Education https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1737646/ Sat, 08 May 2021 16:28:56 +0000 Many aspects of our daily lives has been disrupted in some way over the course of the pandemic and copyright services are no exception. For those of us working in higher education institutions the sudden shift to online resource provision has meant that we need to work to adapt and enhance our provision in response to the lack of access to…[Read more]

]]> 0 c4f285bec3f44d0c03d61599e25f54b2 Claire Sewell deposited Solving the Mystery: What You Need to Know About Working in Scholarly Communication https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1730527/ Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:29:48 +0000 Talk given to students studying library and information science at City University London. The talk looks at the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in scholarly communication and how these can be developed.

]]> 0 980bc7aca6d272fab8cee365df3458e8 Claire Sewell deposited Where Do They Come From? The Educational Background of People Working in Scholarly Communication. in the group Scholarly Communication https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1730481/ Mon, 08 Mar 2021 02:23:52 +0000 Academic libraries are experiencing yet another period of rapid change as they move from helping researchers to access material and towards supporting them at every stage of the research lifecycle. This is reflected in the nature of the roles being advertised but who is actually filling these vacancies?

This study looks at the roles currently…[Read more]

]]> 0 af7ebf5328173bca442faf774d85a631 Claire Sewell deposited Where Do They Come From? The Educational Background of People Working in Scholarly Communication. in the group Library & Information Science https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1730480/ Mon, 08 Mar 2021 02:23:44 +0000 Academic libraries are experiencing yet another period of rapid change as they move from helping researchers to access material and towards supporting them at every stage of the research lifecycle. This is reflected in the nature of the roles being advertised but who is actually filling these vacancies?

This study looks at the roles currently…[Read more]

]]> 0 cec2148f2fc2934cdc1d3bf5ff78e76b Claire Sewell deposited Where Do They Come From? The Educational Background of People Working in Scholarly Communication. https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1730435/ Sun, 07 Mar 2021 13:09:50 +0000 Academic libraries are experiencing yet another period of rapid change as they move from helping researchers to access material and towards supporting them at every stage of the research lifecycle. This is reflected in the nature of the roles being advertised but who is actually filling these vacancies?

This study looks at the roles currently…[Read more]

]]> 0 0144a67894f9196a8e4f6d47e8716825 Claire Sewell's profile was updated https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1729999/ Wed, 03 Mar 2021 20:10:08 +0000 0 247998ac314ea3eb4977f229b4836072 Claire Sewell deposited Moore About: Responsible Metrics https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1729962/ Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:49:23 +0000 Learn about the essentials of the move towards responsible metrics with this handy and accessible guide.

]]> 0 bd35e039944562589b51060d1c8c867b Claire Sewell deposited Moore About: Problem Publishers https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1729961/ Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:45:59 +0000 Learn about the problem of so-called 'predatory' publishers and how to avoid them with this handy and accessible guide.

]]> 0 86eb3b0e13880a5652d6a6ad69993574 Claire Sewell deposited Moore About: Peer Review https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1729960/ Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:43:10 +0000 Learn about the essentials of peer review with this handy and accessible guide.

]]> 0 0f91143d3dc5c45f33bbcc9cc302765f Claire Sewell deposited Moore About: Choosing a Publisher https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1729959/ Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:40:18 +0000 Learn about the essentials of selecting a suitable publisher with this handy and accessible guide.

]]> 0 e24267dbee57d38507427e24da1e6467 Claire Sewell deposited Moore About: Creative Commons https://hcommons.org/activity/p/1729958/ Wed, 03 Mar 2021 15:33:04 +0000 Learn about the essentials of Creative Commons licences with this handy and accessible guide.

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