English & Comparative World Literature

There are two equivalent ways to sign-in to the CSULB library to access all the materials we have for current students and faculty. Chrome is typically the best browser for the CSULB main and library websites:

1. csulb.edu > Menu > MyCSULB > Single Sign-On (SSO) > Beach ID & PW > Library Button

Google & Google Scholar

Quick Tips

• Want results that are only pdf files? Add to your search: filetype:pdf
• Want only .gov websites? Add to your search: site:.gov
• Want only .edu websites? Similar tip: site:.edu
• Want to search within a website? Add the website to your search: site:usa.gov

Plus! Let me know your thoughts on the "Search Strategies for Everyone" handout! I take all suggestions into account when I do my updates!

Research takes patience, time, and organization.

• Write down the names, ideas, and potentially useful keywords you have already.
• Take notes as you go along to add to these lists.
  • Circle the most successful ones.
  • Keep citations in EndNote Web (a 2GB account is free; keeps citations & PDFs in one place)
  • Video Help to create a free EndNote account.