SWK 8100 Research Methodology

Searching for information is a process.

1. Define your question or topic

2. Identify the type of information you need on that topic

Does it need to be peer-reviewed? From the last five years? Related to a certain field?

3. Brainstorm keywords and search terms

4. Decide where to search

Online? In Spartan Search? In a subject specific database?

5. Search and then adjust your search based on results

Look at abstracts to get a sense of whether a source will fit your needs without having to read the whole thing!

7. Save your finds by downloading a copy, saving the permalink, or emailing it to yourself