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EMPOWER - Module 5 - Searching Library Databases

Searching Databases

Searching Library Databases

Like Searching the Library Catalog, but Includes:

  • More Search Fields and Limiters
  • Different Search Interfaces

The Basic Search Functions Remain the Same!

Basic SearchScreenshots of the simple search interface in Academic Search Complete and ProQuest databases

  • Simple Search
  • Provides One Search Field
 
Use to:
  • Only Keyword search
  • Identify additional search terms
  • Explore information on broad topics

Advanced SearchScreenshots of the Advanced Search interfaces of Academic Search Complete and ProQuest databases

  • 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 specific resource types
    • Journal articles
    • Specific date ranges
    • Full-text
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