Universiti Sains Malaysia Library 

Online Learning

Online Learning

ON-DEMAND WEBINAR VIDEO (USM COMMUNITY ONLY)
For USM Community: Click on the link below to download (USM Email is compulsory).

E-GUIDES

Library e-guide

The e-Guide for USM Library is a comprehensive guide to the library's electronic resources. The guide includes information on:

Databases:

This guide outlines clear steps to search, locate, filter, and access full-text journal articles from the USM Library efficiently for academic and research purposes.

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E-books:

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to search and access eBooks at USM library. It includes navigating available eBook databases and refining search results to find relevant academic resources quickly and efficiently.

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Other electronic resources:

The library also offers a variety of other electronic resources, such as research guides, tutorials, and streaming videos.

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School Guides:

Access resources organized by your school or centre. Discover collections and materials specific to your academic program or research focus.

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Subject Guides:

Navigate resources categorized by subject areas. Perfect for finding books, media items, and other materials related to your field of study.

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Journals & Check Quartiles in Journal Citation Reports (JCR)

Use the Journal Citation Reports (JCR) to find trusted journals and check their quartile rankings (Q1–Q4) based on Journal Impact Factor (JIF) - ni description

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How to find Journals in SCOPUS

A simple step-by-step guide to help you search for journals in SCOPUS and check their quartile rankings, impact and subject coverage

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  • The e-Guide is a valuable resource for students, faculty, and staff who are looking for information. It is easy to use and provides clear instructions on how to access the library's electronic resources.

  • If you are looking for information, we encourage you to use the e-Guide for USM Library. It is a valuable resource that can help you find the information you need.

MICROCREDENTIAL

OPEN LEARNING @USM Library

Micro-credential@USM LIBRARY

Microcredential @USM Library is a flexible learning initiative offering short, skills-focused courses that support information literacy, research management and academic skill development. Each microcredential is designed to equip students, researchers and academic staff with practical competencies that can be directly applied to coursework, scholarly writing and research workflows. Through these microcredentials, participants can learn at their own pace, complete structured activities, and earn digital certificates as formal recognition of learning. USM Library is committed to empowering the university community by providing accessible, relevant and impactful learning opportunities within today’s academic environment.

Our team

  • Advisor 1

    Arinawati Ayob

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  • Advisor 2

    Husriati Hussain

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  • Project Manager

    Tuan Sira Zawana Tuan Yaakub

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  • Project Coordinator

    Hasniza Amno

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  • Instructional Design Librarian

    Farah Allia Safuan

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  • Instructional Design Librarian

    Nur Fareesha Aqmal Mohd Rasid

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  • Instructional Design Librarian

    Nur Afiqah Mohd Shukri

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  • Web Administrator

    Ahmad Pilus Muhammad Ali

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Mastering Mendeley

This Mendeley microcredential provides practical guidance on efficient reference management. Participants will learn how to use Mendeley Reference Manager, organise their reference library, generate citations, and create bibliographies automatically. The course supports students and researchers in improving their academic writing through structured and professional reference management.

Field Experts

  • Abd Halim Ismail

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  • Musa Mohamed Ghazali

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  • Dr. Mohd Kamal Mohd Napiah

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  • Dr. Rosnani Ahmad

  • Mustaqeem Abdullah

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  • Hasniza Amno

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  • HERMAN HARIANTO BIN CHE HARUN

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  • Noor Adilah Azmi

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  • Rabiahtul Adauwiyah Abu Hanipah

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  • Junainah Abu Seman

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  • Mazainun Aini Mohd Zain

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  • Norshuhada Saidin

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  • Farah Allia Safuan

    Librarian

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  • Nur Fareesha Aqmal Mohd Rasid

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MOOC

OPEN LEARNING @USM Library

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  • Our Team

  • Fundamentals of Information Literacy Skills (FILS)

  • Publishing Strategy: Maximize Success in Publishing Endeavors

  • From Draft To Submission: Thesis Writing in MS Word

  • Advanced Literature Search

  • Researcher Profiles

  • Join our Workshop

  • Contact Us

MOOC@USM Library

Massive Open Online Course (MOOC)@USM Library, is a service initiative developed and coordinated by the Academic Reference and Support Division, Universiti Sains Malaysia Library with guidance from the Centre for Development of Academic Excellence (CDAE). Aiming to expand the concept of higher education under four main principles, namely by providing modules characterized by "Quality Education", "Sustainability", "Accessibility", and "Lifelong Learning",

The development of this MOOC involves the blended learning approach using the combination of green screen and screen recording, Cisco Webex recording, infographics, videos and slides and others. This module is useful as the first e-guide to all especially those newcomers to Universiti Sains Malaysia.

Our Team

  • Advisor 1

    Arinawati Ayob

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  • Advisor 2

    Husriati Hussain

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  • Project Manager

    Tuan Sira Zawana Tuan Yaakub

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  • Project Coordinator

    Hasniza Amno

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  • Instructional Design Librarian

    Farah Allia Safuan

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  • Instructional Design Librarian

    Nur Fareesha Aqmal Mohd Rasid

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  • Instructional Design Librarian

    Nur Afiqah Mohd Shukri

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  • Web Administrator

    Ahmad Pilus Muhammad Ali

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Fundamentals of Information Literacy Skills (FILS)

The course introduces the USM library, explores the resources, services, facilities including learning process on building the information literacy skills and the effective searching strategy. Designed with five (5) sub modules starting with the Overview of Information Literacy and Information Literate; Roles and Functions of USM Libraries; Accessing the Collections of Lifelong Learning in USM Libraries; Accessing the Collections of Lifelong Learning in USM Libraries; and finally, the Learning and Research Support Services.

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Field Experts

  • Dr. Mohd Kamal Mohd Napiah

    Deputy Chief Librarian

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  • Tuan Sira zawana Tuan Yaakub

    Assistant Chief Librarian

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  • Dr. Rosnani Ahmad

    Senior Librarian

  • Hasniza Amno

    Senior Librarian

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  • A. Basheer Ahamadhu Ameer Sultan

    Senior Librarian

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  • Rabiahtul Adauwiyah Abu Hanipah

    Senior Librarian

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  • Farah Allia Safuan

    Librarian

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Publishing Strategy: Maximize Success in Publishing Endeavors

To boost the visibility of research work in a high-impact journal, participants in this course will learn how to recognize and implement strategic scholarly publishing strategies. In addition, employing the appropriate methods and information literacy abilities to promote the process of lifelong learning. Discover publishing help resources to improve your chances of getting published.

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Field Experts

  • Dr. Rosnani Ahmad

    Senior Librarian

  • Tuan Sira zawana Tuan Yaakub

    Assistant Chief Librarian

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  • Cik Ramlah Che Jaafar

    Assistant Chief Librarian

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  • Hasniza Amno

    Senior Librarian

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  • A. Basheer Ahamadhu Ameer Sultan

    Senior Librarian

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  • Rabiahtul Adauwiyah Abu Hanipah

    Senior Librarian

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  • Farah Allia Safuan

    Librarian

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From Draft to Submission: Thesis Writing in MS Word

This course will teach you on how to use Microsoft Word templates, how to use it for big documents, and how to write a thesis that complies with the Institute of Postgraduate (IPS USM) thesis rules.

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Field Experts

  • Dr. Rosnani Ahmad

    Senior Librarian

  • Cik Ramlah Che Jaafar

    Assistant Chief Librarian

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  • Noor Adilah Azmi

    Senior Librarian

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  • Rabiahtul Adauwiyah Abu Hanipah

    Senior Librarian

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  • Siti Fatihah Abdul Hamid

    Assistant Librarian

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  • Zulfadli Zainal

    Assistant Librarian

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  • Noor Husyada Mohd Nazri

    Assistant Librarian

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  • Mohammad Harish Sabri

    Assistant Librarian

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  • Nur Izzanie Zulkifli

    Assistant Librarian

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Advanced Literature Search

Along with learning search methods and approaches to assist you increase the quality and relevancy of your search results, this course will teach you how to recognize information resources and platforms.

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Researcher Profiles

The Researcher Profiles MOOC equips researchers, postgraduate students, and academics with essential skills to build and optimise their online research identity. This course covers the creation and management of researcher profiles on major platforms such as Web of Science ResearcherID, Scopus Author Profile and Google Scholar. It is ideal for anyone looking to enhance research visibility, align publications, and strengthen academic credibility.

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Library Monthly Workshops

Every month, USM Library will organize a number of workshops that are based on various modules. According to your needs and interests, explore the sessions. The 'Join' option will allow you to view the workshop schedule and book your registration slot. Let's develop and educate each other!

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