UCLA Library | Crafting A Savvy Search Strategy: Part 1 @UCLALibraryOfficial | Uploaded January 2015 | Updated October 2024, 1 day ago.
Hey there, Bruins! When doing a search in a database, often language that seems the most natural to use isn’t necessarily the most effective when searching for information. Spending time thinking about your topic, breaking it down, and brainstorming search terms will make searching easier.

So grab a blank piece of paper and a pen or pencil or print out our Savvy Search Strategy Handout (ucla.in/1BJet6B), and let's get started!

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