Political Science Research Methods

1. Bookmark this guide!
2. Install the Emory browser plugin 
   • There are several other useful plugins for direct access to Emory library resources, such as Libkey Nomad.
   • You can always add the proxy URL in front of any web page to determine if Emory has licensed access to the resource (particularly useful when on the open web): http//proxy.library.emory.edu/login?url=
3. Be sure you are logged into Library Search!
4. Configure your Google Scholar settings to recognize Emory library resources.
   • Search for Emory on the "Library Links" page. Save your settings.
   • You will get a lot of results, no matter your research! Use filter and Boolean, if available.
   • Best to use Google Scholar for known articles, rather than initial searches.
   • Do not type in your research question; break into key words!
5. Choose your reference management software. Many options are available, but the following three are the most commonly used at Emory.
   • Endnote
   • Zotero
   • Mendeley
6. Check the list of upcoming workshops for relevant sessions.
   • Emory Libraries offers workshops in EndNote, Zotero, ArcGIS, research data management, copyright law, electronic thesis/dissertation submission, graduate test preparation, and other topics.

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