Research and Writing in Social Sciences
Crafting Scholarship in the Behavioral and Social Sciences by Call Number: H 61.8 .M56 2015
Making Sense in the Social Sciences by Call Number: H 61.8 .N67 2012
Success in the social sciences : writing and research for Canadian students by Call Number: H 91 .F56 1995
Citation Chaining
Backward citation chaining is the process of looking at a published work's references in order to find related works. This is done in order to:
- Learn about what has previously been said on this topic
- Identify the central works related to a particular theory or topic
These resources will be:
- Older than your article
- Help you find past resources on this topic
Take a look:
- At your article's reference list
- Web of Science
Forward citation chaining is the process of looking at works that have cited your resource. This is done in order to:
- Find recent materials covering similar topics
- Identify new findings and ideas on a topic
These resources will be:
- Newer than your article
- Help you find more current resources on this topic
Take a look:
- Google Scholar
- Web of Science
APA Style Guide
Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association by Publication Date: 2019The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Seventh Edition is the official source for APA Style. With millions of copies sold worldwide in multiple languages, it is the style manual of choice for writers, researchers, editors, students, and educators in the social and behavioral sciences, natural sciences, nursing, communications, education, business, engineering, and other fields. Known for its authoritative, easy-to-use reference and citation system, the Publication Manual also offers guidance on choosing the headings, tables, figures, language, and tone that will result in powerful, concise, and elegant scholarly communication. It guides users through the scholarly writing process-from the ethics of authorship to reporting research through publication. The seventh edition is an indispensable resource for students and professionals to achieve excellence in writing and make a impact with their work.
