Advanced Search Lab - Introduction

Introduction | Prep | Activity

Topic

Advanced search options commonly found in databases and library discovery systems.

What you will learn:

  • How to construct complex search queries
  • Specialized search operators

This module will prepare you for:

  • Any database searching

Table of Contents

  1. Prep - Learn about common library terms and practices, and dive into search operators and wildcards (32 minutes)
  2. Activity - Identify incorrect search queries and brainstorm useful search terms for yourself (25 minutes)

Credits: The content for this session was developed over multiple iterations, with contributions from Paul Bain, Quetzalli Barrientos, Susan Gilman, and Odile Harter.

For Facilitators: Visit the Facilitator's notes page Links to an external site. for information and file downloads.

Introduction | Prep | Activity