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This library research guide is designed to support Dr. Thomas Gloria's ENVR 101 course. Using the pages on the left-menu, we hope to support your various information needs.
- Are you just getting started and need to develop your topic?
- Use the HOLLIS page, where you will find help using HOLLIS, Harvard Library’s catalog.
- Use the Databases page, where you will find recommended resources that provide a general background and overview.
- Are you in need of research articles or sources for your assignment?
- Use the HOLLIS page and look for guidance on keyword searching and refining your results.
- Use the Databases page, where you will find recommend resources that provide articles.
- Do you need to evaluate sources or use peer-reviewed articles?
- Use the Evaluating Sources page for support.
- Are you writing your paper and in need of help?
- Use the Using Sources page for support.
- Do you live outside of Cambridge and Harvard?
- Use the Other Libraries page for recommendations.
Need More Help?
If you didn't find the help you needed on this guide, here are some additional options for help:
- The Get Research Help webpage offers various resources, including finding subject specialists, which is a good idea for degree-candidates working towards a thesis.
- The Ask a Librarian webpage offers an online chat service, an email form if you are unsure about who to ask for subject-expertise help or specific questions, and a form to request a research appointment.
- If you have general questions about the libraries, see the Library Guide for Harvard Extension School.
- Also, feel free to email Jonathan Paulo, Online Learning and Reference Librarian jonathan_paulo@harvard.edu or George Clark, Research Librarian enviro@fas.harvard.edu.