Hearing Sciences: More resources

Anatomy

Try Visible Body for an online 3-D diagrammatic introduction to human anatomy. Works really well when you download the app to your mobile device but can also be used on a PC. You must be on Campus the first time you download Visible Body.

Find out what things really look like with Acland's Video Atlas of Human Anatomy. Uses non-embalmed specimens to demonstrate anatomy in a tutorial format.

Libby App

The Libby App gives access to over 4,000 magazines (English and other languages) mainly intended for leisure use. Includes full online access to New Scientist.

Register using the Libby App or the Libby App website

1. Say Yes to do you have a library card?
2. In Search for a Library - type in and select Anglia Ruskin University.
3. Click on Sign in with my card to get to your ARU log.
4. You can now access and borrow the content.

Research techniques

We have a lot of books that deal with research methods and study skills. Find them using Library Search by searching for quantitative or qualitative methods, writing skills and other relevant keywords. Some of these will be specific to Science but general books may be useful too. 

We also have a pre-selected set of books that you might find useful in our Study Skills Collection.

The SAGE Online Research Methods database may also be useful, especially for more social science based topics and/or qualitative researchers. Use SAGE Research Methods Cases Part I to read about the experiences of researchers applying methods and benefit from their suggestions.

Tips on how to find information sources for your assignments in our generic Information Skills Guide.

IT tutorials

Use LinkedIn Learning tutorials to help you use the software utilised at ARU. video library offers engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognised industry experts.

Try Khan Academy videos to brush up your science and maths skills.

Critical Appraisal

Evaluating and critically appraising all sources of evidence and information is important, including analysing published research. Selecting and reading peer reviewed journal articles is important but does not exclude the need to evaluate and appraise the research.

Critical Appraisal Guide - includes links to tools and frameworks e.g. CASP and Anti-racist appraisal checklist .

Theses 

PhD theses can be a good source of information on research that may not have been published.

Search for theses from the UK and around the world using the resources below; some theses can be read in full online.