Library Resources


Information on Publishing

Know why you should publish and how to avoid predatory journals

EBSCO Discovery Service

Access the Library's entire collection of information materials from one search point

Academic Integrity

Understand plagiarism, how to avoid it, and how to access plagiarism detection tools


Library Guides & Presentations

The University of Nairobi Library provides access to both print and electronic information resources to support the teaching, learning, and research programs of the University. The Library has a web-based Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) to facilitate the browsing of library print materials from anywhere. In addition, the Library facilitates access to electronic books (e-books) and electronic journals (e-journals) in all subject areas.

Below are step-by-step instructions on how to access these, and other resources available on the library website.

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RECORDINGS

Remote Access to Electronic Books & Journals (E-Resources)

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Setting Up Students Email & Active Directory (AD) Account

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Overview to Open Access Information Resources

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Open Access Resources & UoN Digital Repository

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Zotero Referencing Tool - Installation (Part 1)

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Zotero Referencing Tool - Navigation (Part 2)

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ORCID & Google Scholar – Enhancing Research Visibility

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Academic Writing Skills

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Academic Publishing in High Impact Journals

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Presentation on Turnitin Rubrics Marking Module

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Information Searching Skills & Strategies

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Presentation on Turnitin - Similarity Checking

Training on Turnitin Similarity Checker

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Bindery Services

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Disability Mainstreaming in the Library System - Services to PWDs 

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Archival Services

Microfilm Digitization

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How to access the Nation Media E-paper

How to access the Standard Media E-paper

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Library Service Charter, 2022 Listen/Watch
  • For more instructional videos on library information resources, CLICK HERE.
  • For recordings from the 2020 Library Open & Academic Integrity Week, CLICK HERE.
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