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Political Science Research Methods

Political Science Research Methods

Configuring Your Computer for Advanced Research

  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.
  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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