Managing and Citing Sources
American Sociological Association (ASA) citation style
Zotero Reference Management Software
- Dickinson's Zotero guideProvides an introduction to Zotero, as well as instructions for downloading the software.
- Zotero documentationA link to instructions for just about every aspect of using Zotero.
- Zotero word processor plug-insProvides information about how to install and use Zotero to cite sources while writing a paper in Word or Google Docs.
Finding Sources
- Sociology Research GuideDescribes how to do research at the Dickinson library and links to important library databases and other resources related to Sociology.
- Library A-Z Database ListUse the Subjects or Type drop-down to identify databases that will provide the type of information you need.
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Databases from Other Disciplines
- Bibliography of Asian Studies This link opens in a new windowSearch western-language journal articles, conference proceedings, and book chapters on all parts of Asia. Coverage: 1971 to present. Citations only.
- Environment Complete This link opens in a new windowAccess articles covering agriculture, ecosystem ecology, energy, renewable energy sources, natural resources, marine & freshwater science, geography, pollution & waste management, environmental technology, environmental law, public policy, social impacts, urban planning, and more. Coverage: 20th century to present. Some full text.
- HAPI Online This link opens in a new windowSearch journals published around the world on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Hispanics/Latinos in the United States, since the late 1960s. The journals in this index cover political, economic, and social issues, as well as the arts and humanities. Coverage: late 1960s to present. Some full text.
- MLA International Bibliography (Modern Language Association) with Full Text This link opens in a new windowSearch for scholarly, international journals, books, and more, covering language, literature, composition, folklore, and film. Coverage: late 19th century to present. Some full text.
- Political Science Complete This link opens in a new windowAccess research covering comparative politics, humanitarian issues, international relations, law and legislation, and political theory. Coverage: 1960s to present. Full text.
- PsycINFO This link opens in a new windowSearch a comprehensive index to international psychology literature in journals, books, book chapters, dissertations, and conference proceedings. Coverage: 1800s to present. Citations only.
