The Learning Commons hosts a variety of workshops and programs designed to support and inspire you on your learning, research, and creative journeys. Led by Learning Commons’ partners, sessions are scheduled throughout the semester. Current offerings will be posted as soon as they’re available. If you’d like to suggest a workshop topic, please send a note to: learningcommons@miami.edu.
Camner Center for Academic Resources Workshops
The Camner Center workshops are designed to instruct students on specific academic skills and strategies to enhance academic performance. Topics often include:
- Time management and organization
- Note-taking
- Reading strategies
- Test-taking strategies
Learn more and register to attend: Spring 2022 Academic Workshops
Creative Studio – Workshops & Lectures
The UML Creative Studio presents makerspace-themed workshops in audio, 3D, animation, graphic design, academic lectures, and more. Additional virtual workshops are being offered through the Southeastern Multimedia Libraries community. Topics include:
- Presentation skills
- Graphic design
- Extended reality (XR/VR/AR)
Learn more and register to attend: Spring 2022 Creative Studio Workshops and Lectures
Data & Visualization Services Workshops
Data & Visualization Services at the University of Miami Libraries offers a “Data Analytics for You” workshop series every semester. This series of seminars and workshops is designed for students, staff, and faculty who are undertaking research in any discipline. Topics include:
- Data Analysis Software Instruction (R, SPSS, SAS, and Tableau)
- Research Data Management
- GIS Software Instruction: Introduction to ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro
Learn more and register to attend: Spring 2022 Data Analytics for You Workshops
Technology Assistance Program (TAP) Workshops
The University of Miami’s Technology Assistance Program (TAP) offers a variety of workshops within the Learning Commons that enhance the existing academic services at the Richter Library by bridging the gap between academics and technology through guided consultations and workshops. Topics include:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Learn more and register to attend: Spring 2022 Technology Assistance Program Workshops
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