If you are just beginning to research at Joyner Library, consider completing the Library 101 and/or Graduate 101 tutorials below.
Choosing a Topic: Reference titles are great for coming up with ideas for paper topics, definitions, and more! Try browsing some of the reference resources listed on this page. Note that books designated "Joyner Ref. Stacks" are located on the first floor of Joyner Library and they cannot be checked out.
Try searching these materials for definitions, facts, and background information.
Adoption: A Reference HandbookClick the button below to learn advanced library skills.
The Social Work Dictionary by 
The Encyclopedia of Social Work
Social Issues in America by Click the button below to complete a tutorial on the basics of navigating ECU Libraries for research.
