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Effectively Using Library Databases: Goals and Objectives

Answer research questions by: - Locating library databases - Using Boolean operators, truncation, and filters to retrieve relevant search results - Evaluate search results - Gather and save search results for academic use

Goals and Objectives


Goal: Successfully explore an academic topic using library databases

Objectives:

  • Develop a research question and keywords
  • Locate and select databases
  • Pair keywords with Boolean operators
  • Apply truncation
  • Apply filters
  • Gather information that supports topic/question

ALA Standard:

ACRL: Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education

Searching as Strategic Exploration

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Josh Blevins
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