Things in the library 8 July 2016

Things about Qualitative Research...

An interesting blog on Qualitative research - what it means for the quality of evaluations from Alice Yeo on the NSPCC website. Whatever type of research you are doing don't forget that the library can help with providing literature searches, books on conducting research, statistics and advice about managing references.


Things about transition to adult services...
The Yorkshire & Humber Strategic Clinical network for Children have published a Transition toolkit for providers and guidance for commissioners. This incorporates:

• national and local guidance, guidelines and standards
• has been developed by clinicians, commissioners and service managers
• has had involvement from Children & Young People across the regions, including the development of the LOGO and Transition Charter for CYP
• recommends best practice whilst also allowing for local flexibility
• provides a single point of access to resources for organisations to design, develop and implement patient centred young people friendly transition for all services.

Things to keep you informed...
Don't forget you can sign up for current awareness bulletins that are subject specific to keep you up to date with publications. Find out more on our e-prompt web page .
Another good source of information is the Daily Health Bulletin published by Health Economics Evidence and Evaluation Service staff if you would like to be added to their mailing list then please contact them.

Things historic...
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the death of pioneering female aviator and Sheffield graduate, Amy Johnson, University of Sheffield have unveiled a new moth sculpture in the Diamond building. In 1930, Amy was the first woman to fly solo from Britain to Australia in a record-breaking journey that took her 19 days. Amy flew a De Havilland Gipsy Moth for the journey which has inspired the sculpture design. She came to Sheffield to study Latin, French and Economics and attended engineering lectures which sparked her interest in aviation. After graduating in 1925, she moved to London and pursued her passion for flying.

Things to visit...
As party of National Garden Scheme Open Days Sheffield's Manor Lodge will be holding special events on Saturday. At the height of their garden season they will open up the whole site with a trail and special events for a celebration of all things bees, flowers and honey! Whether you are a garden, flower or bee enthusiast or are with your family and interested in finding out more about flowers and bees there is something for you to enjoy. Every Day at the Discovery Centre, 11am – 3pm, pick up your self-guided trail leaflet at the reception desk (£3 each). Trails take about an hour and a half to walk at a gentle pace. View the Pictorial Meadows story: discover how Pictorial Meadows wildflower landscapes are transforming gardens and open spaces all across the country, from the London 2012 Olympic park to roadside verges and roundabouts! Also available cream teas on the terrace with views of the Tudor ruins and gardens.

Things made with honey..
Keeping with the flowery bee theme (with apologies to the member of library staff stung this week) how about rustling up some of these Apricot, honey & pistachio flapjacks this weekend?