{"id":27924,"date":"2025-11-20T11:56:52","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T03:56:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/library.utm.my\/utmlibrarynews\/?p=27924"},"modified":"2025-11-20T11:56:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T03:56:52","slug":"from-online-secondary-sources-to-primary-sources-and-key-reference-works-for-your-research-needs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/library.utm.my\/utmlibrarynews\/2025\/11\/20\/from-online-secondary-sources-to-primary-sources-and-key-reference-works-for-your-research-needs\/","title":{"rendered":"From Online Secondary Sources to Primary Sources and Key Reference Works for Your Research Needs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify\">UTM Library successfully hosted a specialized training session in partnership with Gale on 29 April 2025, attracting 41 participants eager to enhance their research capabilities.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The one-hour session, titled &#8220;From Online Secondary Sources to Primary Sources and Key Reference Works for Your Research Needs,&#8221; took place from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM via Microsoft Teams. Sean Chia, Senior Sales Manager at Gale, served as the expert trainer, guiding participants through the comprehensive features and functionalities of Gale&#8217;s extensive database resources.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The training focused on helping researchers navigate effectively from secondary sources to valuable primary sources and authoritative reference works. Participants learned how to maximize the potential of Gale&#8217;s digital collections, which provide access to a wealth of scholarly materials essential for academic research. The session covered practical search strategies, database navigation techniques, and methods for identifying credible sources to support diverse research projects.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The strong attendance reflected the academic community&#8217;s commitment to developing advanced research skills and staying current with digital library resources. This collaboration between UTM Library and Gale underscores the library&#8217;s dedication to equipping students and staff with the tools and knowledge necessary for successful academic endeavors.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">For more information about upcoming training sessions and library resources, please contact <a href=\"mailto:libsupport@utm.my\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">libsupport@utm.my<\/a> or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/library.utm.my\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/library.utm.my&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1763512822932000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1pnIZqWbi7pK4v_OuQNNoM\">library.utm.my<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UTM Library successfully hosted a specialized training session in partnership with Gale on 29 April 2025, attracting 41 participants eager to enhance their research capabilities. The one-hour session, titled &#8220;From Online Secondary Sources to Primary Sources and Key Reference Works for Your Research Needs,&#8221; took place from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM via Microsoft Teams. 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