3. USING LIBRARY DATABASES A specialized search engine accessed through the library webpage Contains newspaper, magazine, and journal articles Most of this content not available openly through a web search (i.e. googling)
5. PLAY TIME! Spend ten minutes “playing” with the database Do a search on your topic See what comes up, see how the database works Jot down any questions you have; after the ten minutes we will discuss
7. Search Strategies (cont’d) The words you type into the database should be “essential concepts” related to your topic: Usually verbs or nouns They describe your topic Example Topic : Is global warming causing extreme weather across the globe? What are the ESSENTIAL CONCEPTS in this topic??????
13. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #4 Create a comprehensive search statement that includes AND and OR.
14. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #5 Use the full text limit (doesn’t apply to Opposing Viewpoints and CQ Researcher)
15. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #6 If you get too many hits, limit your search to just the words in the title.
16. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #7 Explore and use the many database features available to you Email, save or print articles How to cite
17. DATABASE SEARCHING TIP #8 When you run into trouble or have questions use us! In person @ the reference desk Call us Use 24/7 chat Text us Contact me directly
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