Teaching Support

Research and Academic Support Librarians Link opens in a new windowwork closely with academic departments to support learning, teaching and research activity through the delivery of bespoke research skills training and the development of library collections.

• Are your students struggling to locate appropriate academic sources for their assignments? We can help with this! We can offer engaging and relevant information research skills sessions for students at all levels, enabling them to read, analyse and reference appropriate academic sources.​
• We can work with you to develop Library collections which facilitate and support teaching, learning and research both in the present and in areas of future emerging interest.​
• We can work together on diversifying Library collections and on Library support for inclusive curriculum initiatives.​
• We can arrange activities to increase engagement with the rich and varied collections of one of the best research libraries in the UK.​
• Librarians also contribute to quality assurance processes and attend SSLCs and departmental meetings as needed.​
• We can also provide support and advice for your own information and research needs

Research and Academic Support Librarians provide referencing guidance on their subject information guides.Link opens in a new window​

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They can offer further bespoke training or 1-2-1 coaching sessions for cohorts/students requiring additional or specialist support.​

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The Library subscribes to the comprehensive online guide: Cite them Right Online Link opens in a new windowwhich is a useful interactive referencing tool, providing practical examples of reference for all major resource types, now including AI tools, across 8 major referencing styles.

In addition, we provide bespoke online Moodle Courses including:​

• Introduction to ReferencingLink opens in a new window This covers what referencing is, why it is important and when you need to use it.​
• Avoiding PlagiarismLink opens in a new window This course provides clear tips on how to avoid plagiarism and provide good academic practice.​
• Artificial Intelligence and Academic Integrity.Link opens in a new window This provides clear and simple guidance for students on how to use Artificial Intelligence tools whilst retaining their academic integrity.​
• EndNote Workshops Link opens in a new windowrun throughout the year​

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Our new Artificial Intelligence Guide Link opens in a new window(2025-2026) addresses the underlying principles of ethical and effective use of AI and frames this within the University’s Policy on AI and academic integrityLink opens in a new window.​

Our team of Research and Academic Support LibrariansLink opens in a new window offer a range of support for students, including:​
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Library classes or training can be delivered in lectures, seminars, library spaces, or online—whatever suits your teaching and timetable. ​

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Our programme of Research SkillsLink opens in a new window for PGR students is outlined on our Research SupportLink opens in a new window pages.

Reading lists are an important teaching and learning tool, and there is support for you in developing a list that meets the needs of your students.

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The University uses Talis Aspire to manage reading lists and our specialist Reading List TeamLink opens in a new window process all reading lists.

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Talis Aspire is used because it:​

There is lots of GuidanceLink opens in a new window on Reading Lists and information on how and when you need to submit your list.​

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You can contact our Reading List TeamLink opens in a new window directly for any queries or support. ​

Digitisation

• Find the item in your reading list.​
• Click the three dots (⋮) next to it.​​
• Choose “Request Digitisation” and fill out the form.​​
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We’re working with students and staff to make our collections more inclusive and representative of the diverse Warwick community.​
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Our Decolonisation and the Library Link opens in a new windowLibGuideLink opens in a new window highlights the library’s diverse holdings and special collections including books, videos, primary sources, and indigenous research materials. It also offers links to toolkits and guidance for decolonising academic modules. ​

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We welcome book suggestions!​

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We also host regular displays on diversity themes, often created in collaboration with students and academics.​

If you would like to learn more, or if you have an idea for an exhibition or display, contact library@warwick.ac.ukLink opens in a new window​

We have two bookable teaching spaces:

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The Creative Community PlaceLink opens in a new window, (formerly known as the Teaching Grid) is a flexible space with a capacity of 60. The room can be divided into zones with flexible furniture and curtains. The space has seven projectors. It can only be booked by University staff. Book hereLink opens in a new window.​

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The Teaching and Learning SpaceLink opens in a new window (formerly named the Co-Creation Space) is a flexible space with a capacity of 60, or for 40 for groupwork at tables. It can be booked by both students and academic staff. Book hereLink opens in a new window.​

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Our Learning Spaces team Link opens in a new windowcan advise on room configuration.

Special CollectionsLink opens in a new window can be held in the Library or Modern Records Centre. ​
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Link opens in a new windowThe Modern Records CentreLink opens in a new window is the main British repository for national archives of trade unions and employers' organisations, and also has strong collections relating to pressure groups, fringe political parties and transport. Archivists provide hands on experience with archives. Further guidance for teachers is hereLink opens in a new window. Explore unique collection held at the Modern Records CentreLink opens in a new window and MRC digitised collectionsLink opens in a new window​
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