EMPOWER - Module 5 - Searching Library Databases

Searching Library Databases...

Similar to Library Catalog, BUT Include:

• More Search Fields and Limiters
• Different Search Interfaces

The Basic Search Functions Remain the Same!

Basic Search...

• Simple search
• Provides One Search Field

Use to...

• Only search via Keyword
• Find ideas for additional search terms
• Explore available information on a broad topic

Advanced Search...

• Allows Complex Searches
• Provides Several Search Fields
• Offers Many Limiters, Including:
  • Peer-Review
  • Academic Journals
  • Full-Text Articles

Use to...

• Combine multiple concepts
• Search multiple search fields
• Search for a specific type of resource
  • Journal articles
  • Specific date ranges
  • Full-text articles