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Social Work Research Guides*

This guide provides recommended resources within and outside USC Libraries, for students and faculty in Social Work .

Social Work Resources

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Social Work Course Guides

Social Work 506
Social Work 536
Social Work 544
Social Work 546
Social Work 627
Social Work 630

Additional Resources

Search Smarter

Search Smarter

Understanding how searching changes from search engine to database.

organizing your paper

Organizing Your Social Sciences Research Paper

Offers detailed guidance on how to develop, organize, and write a college-level research paper in the social and behavioral sciences.

Gen AI in Research

Using Generative AI in Research

This Research Guide provides information on the use of Generative AI in academic papers and research, and provides guidance on the ethical use of Generative AI in an academic setting.

APA 7th Edition

APA Style 7th Edition: Citing Your Sources

Provide guidance on APA format style based on the 7th edition of the APA Publication Manual.

campus support resources

Library and Campus Resources for USC Students Seeking Support

Library and Campus Resources for USC Students Seeking Support

trojan guardian scholars

Trojan Guardian Scholars

Library and Campus Resources for USC Students Seeking Support: basic needs, mental health services, financial aid, and recommend reading

citation management

Citation Management Software

How to use citation management software. Includes EndNote, EndNote Web, RefWorks, and Mendeley.