Research Guides: Writing &amp; Reasoning: Overview

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Help with Searching and Citations

Citation Help
Search for Articles
Tips for finding articles in Library Search, in disciplinary databases, and online
Search for Books
Tips for finding books in Library Search and in other libraries
Library Search Help
Information on the best way to use Library Search to find articles, books, films, and journals.
RefWorks
RefWorks is an easy tool that helps you gather citations from library databases and then creates in-text citations and works cited directly in your paper. The Google Docs add on is the easiest to use. This guide links you to RefWorks and teaches you how to use it.

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From developing a solid thesis, to finding the right information, to evaluating and putting it all together, librarians can help.

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Research and Writing Lab

Need last minute help but didn't book an appointment? Every week we offer a hybrid drop-in lab for research and writing support.

Mondays 12:30pm - 2:00pm via Zoom @ https://smu.zoom.us/j/92637892352 and in-person, Fondren Library Prothro Learning Commons, 1st floor (near elevators)