Electronic Theses & Dissertations with UW Libraries

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Electronic Theses and Dissertations

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Welcome! 

The University Libraries welcomes you to this self-guided course on electronic theses and dissertations (ETDs) at the UW. In this five-part learning experience, you will learn a lot about the ETD process including how the submission process works, how to give and receive recognition for your work, how to find and interpret publisher policies and how to read and inspect publishing contracts.

To join this course and interact with quizzes and discussion boards, click on the Join this course button in the menu to the right or click on this direct link to enroll.

Getting around

Readings and activities are grouped into modules with each module focused around a specific theme. UW Librarians are also on hand to answer your questions in a course Q&A discussion board. Course resources are also provided in a concise, condensed list for access in a less verbose format and non-narrative format.

Use the quick access links below or navigate using the options in the course menu for a deeper dive into the course. 

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