Events & Updates
Welcome to SLIIT Library Events
Welcome to the SLIIT Library Events and Updates page! Here, you’ll find the latest news on library events, workshops, and resources. Join us for book talks, skill-building sessions, and other engaging activities designed to support your learning and research journey. Stay connected to discover what’s new and to make the most of your library experience!
Previous workshops
May 08,2025
Quantitative Data Analysis
Quantitative Data Analysis involves using statistical techniques to examine numerical data. It helps in identifying patterns, testing hypotheses, and making data-driven conclusions.
by Prof Sarath Peiris
March 25,2025
Qualitative Data Analysis
Qualitative Data Analysis involves interpreting non-numerical data, such as interviews and observations, to understand concepts, opinions, and experiences. It often uses coding and thematic analysis.
by Prof. Renuka Herath
February 13,2025
Data Collection
Data Collection is the process of gathering information for research purposes. It includes various methods like surveys, interviews, and observations to ensure comprehensive and accurate data.
by Prof. Priyan Dias
July 04,2024
Reference Management
Reference management involves organising and citing sources accurately in academic work. This session will cover using Zotero to streamline the reference management process, ensuring proper formatting and avoiding plagiarism. By joining this session, you will gain expertise on this topic.
by Dr. Namali Suraweera
August 08,2024
Literature Search and Review
Writing a literature review involves summarising, analysing, and synthesising existing research on a specific topic to establish context and identify gaps. By joining this session, you will gain expertise on this topic.
by Prof. Meththika Vithanage
October 14,2024
Research Methodologies
Maximizing visibility and impact involves strategies to increase the reach and influence of research, such as using social media, presenting at conferences, and optimizing search engines. By joining this session, you will gain expertise on this topic.
by Prof. Saman K. Halgamuge
Register for upcoming workshops
September 2025
Research Ethics
Research ethics encompass the principles and guidelines that ensure research integrity and ethical conduct. It includes issues like informed consent, confidentiality, and avoiding plagiarism. By joining this session, you will gain expertise on this topic. Planned to be commenced in September 2025.
October 2025
Writing a Research Paper
Writing a research paper involves structuring and presenting research findings clearly and concisely, following academic standards and guidelines. It includes sections like introduction, methodology, results, and discussion. By joining this session, you will gain expertise on this topic. Planned to be commenced in October 2025.
November 2025
Publishing Research
Publishing research involves preparing and submitting academic work to journals or conferences. It requires understanding the peer review process, formatting guidelines, and ethical considerations. By joining this session, you will gain expertise on this topic. Planned to be commenced in November 2025.
December 2025
Use of LaTeX in Academic Writing
LaTeX is a typesetting system used to produce scientific and mathematical documents. It helps create complex documents with precise formatting, especially for equations and references. By joining this session, you will gain expertise on this topic. Planned to be commenced in December 2025.
January 2026
Managing Intellectual Property
Managing intellectual property involves protecting and utilizing creations of the mind, such as patents, copyrights, and trademarks, to ensure legal rights and benefits. By joining this session, you will gain expertise on this topic. Planned to be conducted in January 2026.