Scopus

Scopus provides many tutorials and how-to guides via their website (link below). Alternately, you can search the internet for other tutorials that best suit your learning style. 

• Elsevier's Learn & Support page - Here you can find FAQs and contact Elsevier's support team
• Scopus Metrics FAQ - Provides an overview of the CiteScore metrics. This link also provides information on other types of metrics such as SNP & SJR.
• Scopus Search Tips - Here can find additional searching tips put together by Scopus' support team
• Scopus Video Tutorials -  Here you will find a collection of videos with step-by-step guidance on a variety of topics. The depth of these videos vary greatly and can accommodate all experience levels. Videos range from 2-4 minutes to hour long webinars/classes.
• Scopus' YouTube - This is Scopus' official YouTube channel. They have a playlist with tons of training videos

Need extra help? Schedule an appointment with our librarians. Librarian assisted searches require an appointment with a reference librarian and lasts approximately an hour. These sessions can be catered to fit various needs. 

Some examples of the assistance librarians can provide include:

• Identifying keywords and controlled vocabulary
• Understanding and using Boolean operators
• Guiding a literature search for a coursework
• Assistance with citation management systems (i.e. RefWorks, Covidence) and other research tools
• Understanding what databases and other resources the library has available and how to use them

How to Schedule an Appointment

Appointments are available Monday -  Friday, online and in-person. Please note, same-day appointments are difficult to accommodate. If possible, request your appointment at least 24 hours in advance. Appointments are offered at no cost. To schedule, please fill out our Ask a Question form, or email library@rush.edu.