EMPOWER - Module 5 - Searching Library 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 Search

• Simple Search
• Provides One Search Field

 
Use to:

• Only Keyword search
• Identify additional search terms
• Explore information on broad topics

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