This session will give you the skills you need to search for research and information like a pro. Using a variety of search techniques (Boolean, truncation, phrase searching, etc), you will search more effectively and efficiently in the library catalog, scholarly databases, and in even in Google.
In this session, participants will:
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Describe the basic structure of databases and how they run your searches.
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Outline various advanced searching techniques and their advantages and disadvantages.
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Use advanced searching techniques to efficiently and effectively locate information from a variety of online resources.
Presenter: Justin Fuhr, Science Liaison Librarian
This workshop is part of the Library Essentials workshop series. Register for 3-4 Library Essentials Workshops and 1-2 additional library workshops to receive credit on your Experience Record (Co-Curricular Record). To learn more about the Library Essentials series (including how to apply for ER credit) visit our website.
