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T his six-part course reviews the basics of database searching.
This six-part course reviews the basics of database searching.
Enroll in the course to begin. This course is self-paced. Learners can move through the modules one-by-one or skip to the relevant sections. You will only receive a certificate if you complete all six modules.
What you'll learn:
Introduction to Searching
A quick review of the literature search process.
Formulating a Research Question
The PICO mehod and defining your research question.
Selecting Resources to Search
- The differences between databases
- How to choose the right database for your search topic
Creating a Search Strategy
- How to create a search strategy:
- selecting subject headings and keywords
- Boolean operators
- truncation
Evaluating Search Results
Tips for evaluating search results.
Expanding on Search Results
How to expand search results.