Search strategy steps
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Write down your question/thesis
Consult a dictionary, thesaurus, encyclopedia for
background
Write down key words/phrases and
synonyms
Decide whether format matters. Format includes
books, journal articles, newspapers, full text articles, human resources, videos,
primary/secondary, WWW, state, or U.S. publications.
Select an index appropriate for your research needs. (Ask a librarian for assistance.)
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last updated on 3/30/99
