Finding Information (QCD111)
Topic: In a 1500-2000 word essay examine at least three key components of resilience and show how these components have been applied in systems, communities, organisations, businesses or the lives of individuals. (Use real world examples to support your examination).
STEPS TO DEVELOPING A SEARCH STRATEGY
STEP 1: The key concepts of your question have been listed here. Think of ALTERNATIVE words. These will be helpful when constructing your search.
STEP 2: Combine terms using search techniques and write out your SearchStatement (you may not need to use all of your alternative words).
STEP 3: Apply your search statement in the QuickFind, library catalogue, appropriate databases, and websites.
Search Tips:
-Start off with a general search using the main concept.
-If you find too many results, narrow the search further by adding another concept. You could also try limiting your search to a certain year range.
-If you find too few relevant results, think of other words to widen the search.
SEARCHING IN THE LIBRARY CATALOGUE
Keyword Search
In the Library Catalogue, click on ADVANCED SEARCH and type in your search terms as in Step 2 above. Navigate to other relevant resources by clicking on the subject headings included in each catalogue record.
DATABASES
General / Cross Disciplinary Databases
-Academic Search Elite (via EBSCOHOST)
-ProQuest Research Library (via PROQUEST)