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Finding news sources

Do you need to find news articles to keep up to date or for a historical perspective on a topic? This online workshop will provide an introduction to the online newspaper collections available at CityLibrary including:

  • Newspaper databases: Nexis UK and Factiva​
  • Digital newspaper archives ​
  • FT.com, Economist and PressReader.

By the end of this workshop you will be able to:

  • Find and log into our newspaper collections
  • Check coverage
  • Search and refine results
  • Reference newspaper articles.

These workshops are designed for School of Communication & Creativity and School of Policy & Global Affairs students, but all students are welcome to attend.

How do I attend?

When you register we'll send you an email with a link to join the workshop on Microsoft Teams.

To join the session you will need:

  • a computer
  • a reliable internet connection and
  • quiet space at the time of the workshop.

Related library guide: Newspapers and magazines by Antonella Yarnold

Date:
Wednesday 20 November 2024
Time:
14:00 - 15:00
Site:
Online Workshop
Event organiser:
Fiona Paterson
Audience:
  All Levels  
Categories:
  Communication & Creativity     Database workshop     Policy & Global Affairs  

Accessibility adjustments

We endeavour to make our workshops inclusive by design. If you require a specific adjustment for this workshop, email subjectlibrarians@city.ac.uk. Include the name, date and time of the workshop you wish to attend to discuss support options. Some adjustments may take longer to organise, so contact us in good time before the start of the workshop.
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