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Searching the Scientific Literature

Objectives

This guide demonstrates how to search scientific literature to find the specific information you need.

You will learn how to:

  • Identify subject specific reference resources
  • Find books and journal articles for your assignments
  • Identify and search relevant journal databases to find resources
  • Use Google Scholar to find resources

The guide includes five quizzes (for self-assessment only) to test your learning.

Develop your research skills

Step-by-step guidance for students who are learning to research.