This is a half day hands on workshop targetted to MLIS students and recent graduates who want to obtain an overview of the subject of Systematic Reviews. The workshop is led by 3 experienced librarians in this area; Jane Burns, UCD/RCSI, Anne Madden, UCD/St. Vincents and Diarmuid Stokes, UCD Liaison Librarian. There are PCs available in the training room so no need to bring your own. The broad topics covered are:

1. Defining Systematic Reviews and what they are about (Jane Burns)

• Types and how to decide what to use
• Tools and Resources (Instruments, etc. )
• Searching Tips

2. Resources- how and what to use (Diarmuid Stokes)

• Databases
• End Note (just an overview)

3. Practice Exercises (Anne Madden)

4. What's in for you as a Librarian? Workshop Wrap up (Jane Burns)

• Specialised skill that is transferable
• A way to get published