Using Keywords for Searching
What exactly are "keywords"?Keywords are main terms related to your research topic. Keywords are what you enter into search boxes to get search results.
Why do keywords matter?Keywords can determine whether or not you locate the information that you need! When using keywords properly, you can also find information more quickly since you don't have to sift through as many irrelevant search results.
How to Develop Keywords
How to Search Using Keywords
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Keyword ToolsSearch for synonyms. Also scroll down to find related words.
Enter your keyword to find related terms and synonyms based on common web searches.
Wikipedia can help you locate keywords. Search for your topic and pay close attention to words that are in bold and hyperlinked.
EBSCOhost is a useful database for research. Watch the video to learn how to use the built-in thesaurus tool or read this article.
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