Category: Learning Support

Sharpen Your English Presentation Skills with AI-powered NinjOrAItor at One Button Studios

Sharpen your English presentation skills with NinjOrAItor, an AI-powered tool now available at the One Button Studios. NinjOrAItor provides instant, comprehensive feedback on clarity, content, delivery, and more, helping you improve your English presentation skills with confidence. Book a session today via the Library iBooking system or Library Mobile App to experience the powerful benefits of NinjOrAItor!

Spotlight on Innovation: PolyU Library’s Latest AI Advancements

Discover five recent AI projects at our Library, including multilingual virtual avatar, enhanced digital humanities search, improved resource recommendations, an AI presentation coach and optimised cataloguing processes. Find out how these projects improve services, research, and resource accessibility.

New EndNote Online Course

Kickstart the new semester with the new EndNote Online Course, which integrates AI features to help you streamline your research and master reference management. Explore a range of self-paced courses designed to support your academic success. Register now and earn a certificate upon successful completion!

AI for All: Explore and Share Resources on the PolyU OER Portal

AI is transforming the job market, making AI skills essential for your future. Explore curated videos, MOOCs, case studies, and websites on the PolyU Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal—covering writing prompts, AI basics, and workflow automation tools. Search, review feedback, and share resources to support collaborative learning. Empower your studies and join a vibrant, knowledge-sharing community with the PolyU OER Portal today!

Welcome to PolyU Library! Let’s get Orientated!

The Library has organised Orientation sessions to help you kickstart your academic journey! Explore the Library's vast resources, services, and search tools designed to support your learning and research. Through an informative orientation video and comprehensive library guides, you'll gain essential insights to maximise your library experience. Whether you're a freshman or a new academic staff member, this is your gateway to success at PolyU.

Library Workshops and Online Courses – Join Now!

Welcome to the new academic year! Ready to boost your academic journey? To support your learning and research, the Library is offering a series of workshops and four different online courses this new semester. These programmes are designed to help you effectively utilise information and Library resources. Discover how to get the most out of our resources and become a proficient and confident information user!

Use of AI in Learning

Whether you are new to PolyU or just starting your academic research journey, we offer a comprehensive suite of AI learning resources designed to support your success. Take advantage of our AI Workshop for practical, hands-on learning; consult our 24/7 AI LibGuide for quick tips and guidance; and enroll in our self-paced online course to master essential research skills infused with AI insights. Explore these valuable resources to power up your studies with AI today!

Curated Educational Resources for You: PolyU Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal

When you need supplementary learning materials beyond your course readings, the PolyU OER Portal is your go-to resource. It offers a vast collection of videos, MOOCs, case studies, and lectures, all meticulously curated by subject librarians and faculty members, and endorsed by senior students. You can easily find what you need by searching with subject, course code, or keyword. Plus, student reviews are available to help you select the most beneficial materials for your studies.

EndNote 2025 Now Available for Download

Download EndNote 2025 today to explore its new AI features and enhancements. The latest version of this reference management tool streamlines your research process and makes managing references easier and more efficient.

New Library Service Arrangements

Starting July 2025, the Library will implement new service arrangements to optimise manpower and resources for better service delivery to students and staff. Changes include adjusted counter hours and services, expanded self-service facilities, and the integration of AI and advanced technologies into library services.

Introducing the All-New OWS Showcase—Completely Reimagined!

Explore the inspiring learning journeys of PolyU students from various disciplines through eleven new feature stories of PolyU Outstanding Work by Students (OWS). Find motivation by browsing the OWS Portal online or visiting the Showcase in person on the Library Podium Floor today!

Try out AI OneSearch Lite: Revolutionise Your Learning and Research Journey!

Launched in December 2024, AI OneSearch Lite is an innovative tool that enhances knowledge exploration in the AI era. It offers chatbot-like interactions, providing answers from credible academic sources. Key features include quick answers from verified resources, AI-enhanced search queries, new research directions, multilingual support, and a research history tracker. Explore our library guide for more details!

Harnessing GenAI in Your Academic Journey: A New Library Guide!

Unlock the potential of AI in your academic journey with our newly launched library guide, featuring selected AI tools and suggestions on their ethical use. From streamlining literature discovery to ideas and language enhancement, our guide provides a comprehensive introduction to effective GenAI applications in research workflows.