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TUMFIS Essentials – Visibility for Research Performance at TUM

The research information system of TUM: portal, workspace, and wiki
Using TUMFIS: account, login, permissions, and roles
Origin of data in TUMFIS
Data categories and data maintenance in TUMFIS
Projects and grants in the TUMFIS context
Generating reports with TUMFIS

In this course, you will receive all the essential information on how to use the university-wide research information system TUMFIS. We will guide you through key functions to help you successfully enter your data: user account management, data sources, data categories, as well as roles and permissions. A well-invested hour for getting started or refreshing your knowledge – TUMFIS made easy!

Kursdaten

Requirements:

active TUM ID

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
TUMFIS Essentials – Visibility for Research Performance at TUM

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Zotero Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization

Adding references to Zotero
Organizing collected references
Citing references in Word
Changing citation styles

Resources
Open Source License: Download and Installation
Lecture Notes
Exercise Sheet
Reference Management Software Comparison
TUM Citation Guide

In this course, we will explore the basic functions of the open source software Zotero for efficient literature management: entering literature data, citing in Word, and creating literature lists. Perfectly organized literature for your academic work – with all sources and quotations always at your fingertips!

Zuordnung Kategorie:
Zotero

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
Zotero Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization

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Copyright in Teaching Essentials – Legally Compliant Use of Protected Works

German copyright law basics
Use of copyrighted material in teaching
Use of Creative Commons licenses

In this course, we will discuss how to correctly use third-party content in your lectures and properly attribute it. You will gain insight into relevant aspects of German copyright law – both regarding the use of third-party works and the licensing of your own content. Avoid pitfalls and shape your teaching in a legally compliant and confident manner!

Course: Copyright in Teaching Essentials

Zuordnung Kategorie:
Courses & E-Learning

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
Copyright in Teaching Essentials – Legally Compliant Use of Protected Works

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Consultations for Lecturers

In our one-on-one consultations, you will get help with

the teaching programme of the University Library
the integration of library courses into your teaching
further library support for your teaching

Arrange your individual appointment

Please use our webform to make an appointment for your consultation. Also indicate beforehand your specific topics and requests.

You may also send us your questions directly via e-mail to workshop@ub.tum.de.

How can the university library support you with your teaching? Feel free to make an individual appointment, we will be happy to inform you about the library’s services.

Zuordnung Kategorie:
Drop-in Sessions

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
Consultations for Lecturers

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Citation Essentials – Referencing Sources and Citations with Confidence

Understanding the fundamentals of citation
Creating in-text citations and reference lists
Focus topics to choose from: e.g. citing images, ChatGPT, tables, diagrams, interviews, standards, research data, self-citations

Resources
TUM Citation Guide
E-Tutorials on YouTube

In line with the motto “Cite it right,” this course will teach you how to cite correctly and avoid unintended plagiarism. Understanding the fundamentals of citation in academic writing, along with practical tips for applying them, will help you navigate the citation jungle with confidence. Take the course, have your lightbulb moment, and cite without worry!

Citation Essentials – Referencing Sources and Citations with Confidence (Course)

(Course) Citation Essentials – Referencing Sources and Citations with Confidence

Zuordnung Kategorie:
Courses & E-Learning
Citing

Zuordnung Benutzergruppen:
Students
TUM Staff

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
Citation Essentials – Referencing Sources and Citations with Confidence

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Reference Management and Citation Consultation Service

In our one-on-one consultation, you will get help with:

Citation questions
Citavi
EndNote
Zotero

Schedule an Individual Appointment

Please use our webform to request your individual consultation appointment, and we will get back to you. Please provide us with your topics and concerns in advance. You may also send us your questions directly via e-mail to literaturverwaltung@ub.tum.de.

Are you currently writing your Bachelor's, Master's or doctoral thesis? Do tricky detailed questions keep coming up that you can't answer with the knowledge you gained from our courses or lecture notes? Then schedule an appointment with our consultation service for reference management and citation.

Consultations: Reference Management and Citation

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
Reference Management & Citation Consultations

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EndNote Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization

Adding references to EndNote
Organizing collected references
Citing references in Word
Changing citation styles

Resources
Campus License: Download and Installation
Lecture Notes
Exercise Sheet
Sample Library data set
Reference Management Software Comparison

In this course, we will navigate together through the key functions of EndNote for structured reference management: entering literature data, citing in Word, and creating literature lists. Optimally organized literature for your academic work – with full control over all your sources!

EndNote Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization (Course)

Course: EndNote Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization

Teilnahmebestätigung

für eKurs:

Zuordnung Kategorie:
EndNote

Zuordnung Benutzergruppen:
Students

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
EndNote Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization

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Literature Supply Essentials – Services for Chairs and Administration

Finding, borrowing, and accessing literature at TUM
Obtaining literature not available at TUM
Exploring and using library services: e.g., course reserves, dokumenTUM

In this course, we will show you how to intentionally use our services to organize literature procurement for your department or team. Targeted search and access strategies will help you find the literature you need. The perfect place to get to know the collegial network and support services of the TUM University Library!

Course: Literature Supply Essentials – Services for Chairs and Administration

Literature Supply Essentials – Services for Chairs and Administration (Course)

Zuordnung Kategorie:
Courses & E-Learning

Zuordnung Benutzergruppen:
TUM Staff

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
Literature Supply Essentials – Services for Chairs and Administration

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After Work Library Tours

Library Tour
Brief introduction into the literature research

Which books can I find at the TUM? How do I borrow them? Where can I read journals? These and many other questions will be answered during a tour of our university library.

Library Tours: After Work

After Work Library Tours

Zuordnung Kategorie:
Library Tours

Zuordnung Benutzergruppen:
Alumni
Guests

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
After Work Library Tours

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Citavi Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization

Adding references and citations to Citavi
Organizing collected references
Citing references in Word
Changing citation styles

Resources
Campus License: Download and Installation
Lecture Notes
Exercise Sheet
Reference Management Software Comparison
TUM Citation Guide

In this course, we will walk you through the basic functions of Citavi and show you ways to manage your literature in a structured way: entering literature data, citing in Word, and creating literature lists. Perfectly organized literature for your academic work – with all sources and citations always at your fingertips!

Citavi Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization (Course)

Course: Citavi Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization

Teilnahmebestätigung

für eKurs:

Zuordnung Kategorie:
Reference Management
Citavi

Zuordnung Benutzergruppen:
Students

Zuordnung Kurse & Module:
Citavi Basics – Reference Management and Knowledge Organization

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