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Define information needs 
Search for information 
2.1 Define your search terms
2.2 An example search strategy
2.3 Search strategies
2.3.1 Keyword or subject searching?
2.3.2 Boolean operators
2.3.3 Nesting
2.3.4 Phrase searching
2.3.5 Truncation and wildcards
2.3.6 Prepare a search strategy
2.4 Select an appropriate tool
2.5 Keep up to date
Evaluate information 
Manage information 
Use information 
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2.3 Search strategies

Common methods useful for searching an unknown item are:

  • Keyword searching
  • Subject searching
  • Boolean operators
    • The AND operator
    • The OR operator
    • The NOT operator
  • Mathematical operators
  • Nesting
  • Phrase searching
  • Truncation and wildcards


Which strategy best suits your information need?

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