What is RefWorks
Notice: McKee Library will no longer subscribe to RefWorks beginning June 2023. We encourage you to utilize PowerNotes.
What is RefWorks?
RefWorks is an online research tool to help you manage your references when writing and collaborating with fellow researchers. RefWorks organizes, stores, and shares all types of information, and can instantly create citations and bibliographies. See more details in the RefWorks User Guide.
- Automatically generate bibliographies
- Collaborate easily with other researchers online
- Easily import papers from other research software
- Integrate citations in Microsoft Word and Google Docs
- Access your papers from anywhere online
- Read papers on the go, with iOS and Android apps
RefWorks Tutorials & Handouts
Library Handouts & Tutorials
- RefWorks TutorialStep-by-step tutorial with built in assessments (non-graded) that walks you through the entire process of using RefWorks. You have the option at the end to provide a professor’s email for notification of tutorial completion.
- RefWorks Step-by-Step HandoutUse this one page handout to learn the basics of RefWorks and establish your account.
- Nursing RefWorks TutorialStep-by-step tutorial with built in assessments (non-graded) that walks you through the entire process of using RefWorks. You have the option at the end to provide a professor’s email for notification of tutorial completion.
ENGL 102 Handout & Tutorial
- ENGL 102 RefWorks TutorialStep-by-step tutorial with built in assessments (non-graded) that walks you through the entire process of using RefWorks. You have the option at the end to provide a professor’s email for notification of tutorial completion.
- ENGL 102 RefWorks Step-by-Step HandoutENGL 102: Use this one page handout to get your RefWorks account set up, create your shared folder, and learn how to use the in-text citation tools.
Create an Account
Step 1: To create an account visit https://refworks.proquest.com/. Then select "Create An Account".
Step 2: Register for an account using your Southern Adventist University email address.
Step 3: Click the link in the email sent by RefWorks to confirm your account.