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Search strategy

Constructing the right search

You have formulated your search question as specifically as possible and you've found some good search terms to start your search with. You've also decided which search engine or database you are going to use.

Now all you need to know is how to use these search engines and databases. Constructing an efficient search is a matter of using the right methods and techniques. In this chapter, you'll learn how to apply several search methods and search techniques. You will also learn what to do if the quantity your results is not to your liking, and you'll discover several tips and tricks to help you along.

If you want to learn more about how to evaluate the quality of your sources, you can read the LibGuide Evaluating sources.