Category: Learning Support

Library Support for Online Learning and Teaching

Heading into 2021, the Library will continue to provide strong support to meet the needs of students and staff in the new normal, including the use of digital library, services and facilities to bolster online learning and teaching, and more.

Share the Pride and Learn from Outstanding Work by Students (OWS)

A new round of PolyU OWS exhibition and portal has been launched since mid-January 2021. It features stories from outstanding works by students from Department of Biomedical Engineering, Department of English, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Department of Applied Physics.

Join us – Virtual Library Orientation for Freshmen!

Kickstart your journey in PolyU by joining the library’s virtual orientation to get acquainted with the wide range of Library resources, facilities and services in support of your learning and research.

Library Workshops for Students and Staff: Online Courses and Webinars

Start the academic year strong by enrolling in Library Online Courses to learn at your own pace. Join Library Webinars on topics you are interested in to acquire essential skills for learning and research!

New Sound Recording and Multimedia Production Studios

Two new self-service studios will be available in September 2020 to facilitate the production of online teaching and learning materials by staff and students. To adapt to a new stage of learning and teaching, these studios will also be equipped with video conferencing facility for staff and students to conduct online interviews and presentations.

Changes of Physical Library Spaces amid COVID-19 Pandemic

As affected by the pandemic, the Library has temporarily rearranged its physical space for individual study only. All group rooms and 24-Hour Study Area remain closed. As a precautionary measure, it has reduced its seating capacity and all seats are spaced out for social distancing. Barriers are installed for seats opposing one another.

New Online Library Courses @ Blackboard

Two Library courses have been launched on Learn@PolyU to help students and staff to equip themselves with skills and knowledge for their online study or research. Explore these courses and learn at your own pace now!

The Resource List: Easy Access to Textbooks, Course Readings and More

During the online learning and teaching period, Faculty Librarians have been in touch with instructors to enhance the Resource List to facilitate our students’ access to course materials.

Responsive Online Enquiry and Reference Services

The Library has adopted an agile approach to support the online enquiries and reference services for students and staff when in-person Library services were suspended due to COVID-19 pandemic. 

Stay Healthy, Curious, and Explore Areas of Your Interest through PolyU OER Portal

We have infused new elements into our PolyU OER Portal for you to enjoy self-learning and attend virtual cultural events and exhibition around the globe while social distancing is in place. Visit the section of “Stay Healthy, Stay Curious” and explore the latest additions of Open Educational Resources produced by PolyU colleagues now!

Special Library Guide on COVID-19 Pandemic

The Library has compiled a collection of key and trustworthy information sources, from local and international authorities, to keep you updated on the COVID-19 pandemic development and the reliable insights on personal health challenges.

Explore PolyU Library via Virtual Orientation

We are excited to welcome new / returning students and staff to PolyU Library! View our 3-minute video and you will learn the essential tips on Library resources and services that are critical to your academic success. Explore PolyU Library via Virtual Orientation now!

How to: Find Course Readings

The Library has recently launched a new platform – Resource List, to let students access course readings and resources prescribed by their instructors directly from Learn@PolyU. See how it works!