Library Research Basics

Welcome to the Library Research Basics InfoGuide

This guide serves as a portal to other subject guides available at the libraries, how to access information for your research, and how you can get assistance with studying and projects at George Mason.

• Find Articles - Key databases and journals for general topics
• Find Books - Search the Mason and Washington Research Library Consortium catalogs
• Evaluating Sources - Tools for evaluating sources
• Write & Cite - Information on Zotero, Mendeley, and contacting the Writing Center
• Get Help with Research & Projects - Search for your subject librarian to setup an appointment, or get help with scholarly production.
• Get Help with Studying - Get help with writing and study skills
• Attain Online Course Support - Learn about the services we provide for online learners and online course faculty