Information
Finding Information
How can I find the best results for my search in the least amount of time?
Even once you’ve chosen the right database, thinking just a bit about the way you’re searching it can help you find exactly what you’re looking for much more efficiently. Some techniques are universal, but some are unique to the particular database or search engine you’re using.
As you consider using any resource, keep a critical perspective. Here are some key points to reflect on when evaluating an article, Internet resource, book, or other type of material.
Boolean logic is a simple search strategy that will increase your accuracy and decrease your search time in most major databases.
Every search engine and database works a little bit differently. Get some tips on how to navigate your preferred resources.
For assistance with your bibliographic searching, email CSDE info. The Information Specialist can get you started with a set of relevant publications, or even schedule a meeting with you to discuss your research and search strategies.
Need an immediate answer, and can’t wait for The Information Specialist to get back to you via email? You can chat with a librarian in real time from the UW library website. Click on "Click to talk now with a UW Librarian" in the upper right hand corner of the page, and a reference librarian will be there to assist you.