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Survey reference tool

We would like to ask for a few minutes of your time to find out what you find important about a reference tool*.Your input is important to see whether we want to continue with our current tool Refworks, or make the switch to another reference tool. We have a number of closed questions for you, but also an open section where you can decide for yourself which topics you want to bring in. You can find the survey HERE and it will only take you 10 minutes of your time.If you have any questions after filling it in, we ask you to ask them in the open area and if necessary we will contact you. * A reference tool is a tool that you use to systematically collect and organize concrete sources and/or the bibliographic data ('references') of sources, usually for (re)use at a later date....

Lending machine malfunction

Due to a malfunction, the lending machines may not have registered your loan last week.This also means that you will not receive a message when it is time to return your materials.Did you use the lending machine in the first week of April? Log in to kaluga.avans.nl to check whether your loan has been received.Select “Login” at the top right of the page, and then look at “My loans”.Are your borrowed books not listed there? Send us a message with your student number/employee number and the barcodes on the front of the books, and we will ensure that the books are added to your account. ...

Internet disruption (resolved)

Due to a network disruption at our internet provider Surf, there may be a delay in connectivity to and from the internet. They are busy solving this problem, but this may take a while.This issue has been resolved!...

Podcasts and Kennisclips

The use of podcasts and knowledge clips can enrich and strengthen education. A podcast or a knowledge clip is a valuable tool for both teachers and students.Are you looking for interesting podcasts about your field? Or are you looking for video material for your research or lessons?In addition to our database list, we now also have lists of podcasts and knowledge clips. Will you let us know which one really should not be missing?!...