Writing, Literature and Performance
Skills Hub
For help with library and study skills including Finding Information; Referencing, Plagiarism and Academic Integrity; Writing and Assignments; Artificial Intelligence and Digital Skills visit libguides.londonmet.ac.uk/skills-hub/
Study Skills Books
Arts Good Study Guide by ISBN: 9781780074726Publication Date: 2008-01-01Topics include: Reading and understanding written, visual and aural 'texts', note-making strategies, getting the most out of lecturers, group discussions, audio-visual media and visits to galleries, museums and the theatre, writing fluently and convincingly, making presentations, research techniques
English Language, Literature and Creative Writing by ISBN: 9781783082919Publication Date: 2014-09-01A practical, easy-to-read guide that aims to help undergraduate students cope with the demands of English and Creative Writing degrees.
Studying Literature by Location / Classmark: 807 GORISBN: 9780340985120Publication Date: 2010-09-15Practical advice on study skills with key information on literary theories and theorists
The Edinburgh Introduction to Studying English Literature by ISBN: 9781306819909Publication Date: 2014-01-01This introduction to the tools required for literary study provides all the skills, background and critical knowledge which students require to approach their study of literature with confidence.
The Cambridge Companion to Creative Writing by ISBN: 9781139028417Publication Date: 2012-03-28Addresses concepts important to the rapidly growing field of creative writing, while maintaining a strong craft emphasis, analysing exemplary models of writing and providing related writing exercises.
The Art of Creative Nonfiction by ISBN: 9780471113560Publication Date: 1997-01-01A complete guide to the art and craft of creative nonfiction--from one of its pioneer practitioners
The Cambridge Introduction to Theatre Studies by ISBN: 9780511817021Publication Date: 2015-02-05Surveys the ways theatre and performance are studied by looking initially at key elements such as performers, spectators and space. The central focus is on methodology, which is divided into sections covering theatre theory, historiography and textual and performance analysis.
Ways of Reading by Location / Classmark: 808.0427 MONISBN: 9780203597118Publication Date: 2007-01-24Provides the reader with the tools to analyze and interpret the meanings of literary and non-literary texts
LibKey Nomad
Get fast access to scholarly articles
LibKey Nomad is a great tool which helps you to easily find scholarly journal articles. When you are searching on the web, Nomad lets you know if any of the content is available from our library subscriptions or open access alternatives.
All you need to do is add an extension to your web browser.
Go to libkeynomad.com, select your browser at the bottom of the page and follow the instructions to add the extension. When prompted, select London Metropolitan University as your organisation.
When searching the web look out for the Nomad button to link you to the article.
Search for journal articles using DOI or PMID using LibKey.io
LibKey.io provides access to journal articles using either the digital object identifier (DOI) or PubMed Identifier (PMID). If the article is available through the Library’s subscriptions or it is Open Access you will be able to access the PDF or the article link.
If you don't know the DOI or PMID you can search for journals and journal articles using Library Search. See Understanding journals - Finding information - LibGuides at London Metropolitan University for more guidance.
Cite Them Right
Cite Them Right is an online platform that can help you with your referencing. It provides clear guidance on how to reference with lots of examples. It covers a range of different referencing styles and you can test your knowledge with their tutorial.
To access: go to Cite Them Right > click Log in > click Log in via your institution > search for and select London Metropolitan University > sign in with your usual university email and password.
Choose your referencing style to get started or take a look at their videos and tutorial.
Library Skills Workshops
Led by the Academic Liaison Librarian team, these workshops will help you develop your skills for uni and beyond.
Upcoming workshops...
⭐ Thursday 14 November 2024 11:00 - 11:30 Online Sign up here
⭐ Thursday 14 November 2024 14:00 - 16:00 In-Person Sign up here
⭐ Monday 18 November 14:00 - 15:30 In-person, Holloway Library Training Room (LCG-26) Sign up here
⭐ Monday 25 November 2024 13:00 - 14:00 In-person Sign up here
⭐ Tuesday 3 December 2024 11:00 - 11:30 Online Sign up here
⭐ Wednesday 4 December 2024 13:00 - 14:00 In-person Sign up here
⭐ Tuesday 10 December 2024 11:00 - 12:30 Online Sign up here
For full details of our workshops take a look at: Library Skills Workshops
Academic Mentors
The AAD Academic Mentors help you with academic skills relevant to your course, which includes understanding assessment briefs, finding the right resources and developing academic confidence. Get in touch for 1-2-1 tutorials online and in person. Email aadacademicsupport@londonmet.ac.uk
