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POLS 3998-01: Zotero

This guide will help Prof. Kramer's Fall 2019 POLS 3998-01 course learn Zotero.

Import Activity: Add an Item to Zotero

Activity: Importing To Zotero

Let’s practice using Zotero!

Import an article, book, webpage, or video to your library from the following:

  • OneSearch : library.lmu.edu then use the OneSearch search box
  • GenderWatch database: library.lmu.edu then search for keyword Genderwatch (all one word) in OneSearch

 Bonus: Add a PDF attachment to an imported article or make sure you have the full text.

Hint: You can download the pdf or add a permalink

Adding items to your Zotero library: Browser Extensions

Option One: Import an item using the Zotero browser plugin/extension

 

Adding items to your Zotero library: Importing RIS Files

Option One: Import an item using a RIS file

  • Pros: Most databases have RIS under Export or Save, gives you options on what metadata to import (abstracts, citations only, etc.)
  • Cons: Extra step with downloading the file and opening/importing to Zotero, hard to keep track of what has been added already
  • How To:
    • Find article, book, or item in database
    • Located RIS file option (usually on right or left hand side of webpage under "Export" or "Save" options)
    • Download RIS file to desktop folder
    • Go to Zotero Desktop/Standalone application and import file from folder
    • Bonus: Set Zotero as default program for all RIS file types: Windows, Mac