To support online learning and teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic, a new Online Learning Studio (3/F) is now available for students and staff to have live classes and discussions. Try our new studio now!
A new round of feature stories of PolyU Outstanding Work by Students (OWS) is now on display until Jul 2021. Visit the OWS exhibition on the Library Podium Floor or the online portal, and share the joy and pride of students!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
