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Searching for articles in our library databases requires the crafting of a search strategy.
Below are some tips to help you. Don't forget you can reach out to a librarian if you are struggling to come up with relevant keywords for your search!
Tips | Examples |
Use keywords, not long search phrases |
Instead of searching for "How is Peloton's branding selling a lifestyle?" break down your search into the main keywords: Peloton, branding, Selling, Lifestyle |
Use quotation marks (" ") to keep phrases together Use AND to combine different keywords |
Peloton AND "smart gym" |
Use OR to combine similar/associated keywords | lifestyle OR "health conscious" |
Look for ways to limit your search in the database | You can often limit by type of article (scholarly and peer-reviewed), year of publication, subject |
How you enter your search terms into the search bar makes a difference. It is suggested that you always use the option for ADVANCED search. Event in the Advanced search make sure the options (on the right hand side of the search bar) conduct the search you need or want.
Again reach out to a librarian if you are not having the success you are seeking.
Each database has different filters, limiters, indexing, and source coverage. Look for these options in the advanced search bar or after you've completed a search. Commonly found and used are:
Craft a search strategy in the search builder. Note: A change of date is usually needed as the default searches for the most current three months.
Source provides newspapers, blogs, journals, newswires, broadcast transcripts. Click "More search options" for advanced search options, to refine by a source location, or within a "shortcut which includes: