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Search Toolkit
Introduction
What is a database?
Searching databases effectively
Choosing keywords
Subject searching
Combining ideas
Searching for phrases
Truncation and wildcards
How can I improve my search?
Managing your search results
See what you've learned
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Searching databases effectively

There are hundreds of research databases in the world. Each of them is different!

You can search any database effectively by following these steps:

  • Use the online Help pages for the database.

  • If the database has a thesaurus or subject guide, be sure to use it to select relevant search terms.

  • If you get stuck, ask a librarian for help!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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