Things in the library 3 October

Things to sign up for...quick

Ever tried a MOOC? This one has just started but you can still join. A MOOC is a Massively Free Open Online Course (MOOC) and this one is from the University of Sheffield. This course will be of interest to you if you wish to work or study in the fields of psychology, playwork, childhood studies, play therapy, hospital play, teaching, childcare, or if you just want to better understand your relationship with the children in your life and your own play.
Exploring Play: The Importance of Play in Everyday Life
Play can seem to be a spontaneous and natural part of life, taking little effort and requiring little thought. In this course they aim to persuade you that, to the contrary, play is immensely varied, important and complex across the whole span of our lives. This course is free to take and you will be joining over 15,000 other learners in reading articles, watching videos, joining discussions and taking quizzes. Join here

Things demanded

A group of 21 health organisations has set out what it sees as essential elements that politicians must include in their manifestos on the future of the NHS and social care, ahead of the general election next May. These included a commitment to adequate funding, a government-wide approach to keeping people well, and an end to top-down reorganisation of the NHS and social care. You can read the 2015 challenge manifesto here - do you agree?

Things about digital health
The King's Fund recently held an International Digital Health and Care Conference - you can find highlights and more debate around this subject including telehealth, patient generated information and how the data generated could be used here

Things not to miss...but clashing ..you choose
There will be a meeting of the Journal Club on Wednesday 8th Oct 5.30 - 6.30 pm. F Floor, Stephenson Wing The paper will be presented by David King."Effect of Oximetry on Hospitalization in Bronchiolitis "   JAMA. 2014;312(7):712-718
Journal Club is open to all health professionals and is a fun, informal way of learning to criticise papers and gather evidence to change practice.At each meeting a speaker presents a critical appraisal of a research paper, using a recognised appraisal tool such as CASP or the GATE frame.Group members then have an informal discussion to determine whether or not current practice should be altered in light of the presenter's findings.If you do not get a chance to read the paper do not worry just come along. Muffins and drinks are provided at every meeting.

The author Kazuo Ishiguro will be make a rare visit to Sheffield where he will read from his novel 'Never Let Me Go', take part in an interview and audience Q & A, and sign books at a special event. Wednesday, 8th October at 6pm (doors open at 5.30pm) St George's Church Lecture Theatre 17 Mappin Street Sheffield S1 4DT Free entry but arrive early to secure a seat!
Never Let Me Go, shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2005, has been described as one of the most acclaimed and original novels of recent years. In this haunting, unsettling novel, Ishiguro explores the nature of humanity, the brutal possibilities of science, and the ethics of mortality through the lives of a group of students growing up in a darkly skewered version of contemporary England. More information here This is a University event but open to the public so any SCH staff welcome.

Things a bit different

In October our opening hours are slightly changed so please check them out here particularly if you are planning an evening visit. Don't forget there is a book drop box outside the library for returned items when we are closed

Things to eat
With the weather turning autumnal how about this Chinese braised pork with plums from here