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    The Dutch Data Prize 2022

    Have you made your data FAIR, then nominate your dataset for the Dutch Data Prize.

  • The Maastricht Research Data Management Experts Community

    Do you support researchers in handling research data and are you in need of updates on the latest developments in the field of Research Data Management at Maastricht University, Maastricht UMC+ and beyond? Or would you like the opportunity to collaborate with RDM supporters on new services and products to support researchers with RDM? Then join the RDM Experts Community of UM and MUMC+.

  • Data Steward Maria Vivas-Romero looks back on the RDM training

    The Maastricht University Library organised several Research Data Management training and workshops in academic year 2021-2022. Maria shares her experiences and plans for next year’s training and workshops.

  • Update on our Chromebooks for digital assessment

    With the rising popularity of digital exams at UM, exams on Chromebooks have all but replaced traditional pen and paper exams. This is why the Library keeps investing in digital exam facilities: replace the old and improve on what we have.

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    Software for education

    When studying and teaching in the library it is important that you and your students make use of the right software. Check what software is available and find out how to request additional software.

  • Share your experiences with reading and reading tools

    Because reading is crucial for all educational activities, we invite you to inform us about your experiences with reading and tools to support this.

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    New open access deal with the American Institute of Physics (AIP) Publishing

    We are happy to announce that Maastricht University has entered into a ‘Read and Publish’ agreement with AIP Publishing. UM and MUMC+ corresponding authors can now publish open access in 28 AIP journals at no cost.

  • Library+ Education update July 2022

    It is (almost) time to relax and after that to start up new courses or reconsider ‘old’ ones. With this Library+ Education update we hope to inspire you to perhaps try something new in the upcoming year. Enjoy summer!

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    Create, share and work together in Zoom

    Do you want to enrich your online presentations with making schemes or drawings? Or do you want your students to create and work together synchronously during online sessions? You can now make use of Zoom Whiteboard.

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    Make your teaching more interactive with Wooclap

    Did you know that interaction between teachers and students can enhance students’ attention and involvement? And that long-term retention of information improves when you actively engage your audience?