10th Grade Research
ADvanced Search Tips
Remember, the terms you enter into the search box determine the results you receive. You have the power to manipulate the results. Here are ways to get more relevant results:
FIRST: Create a list of keywords and their synonyms
AND: between keywords to get fewer results
OR: between synonyms (similar meaning) to get more results
NOT (-): before a word to eliminate it from the search (be careful with this one)
Quotes: Place "quotes" around two or more words to combine them into one term. They will be searched as one item, in that exact order. Best with proper nouns or phrases that are always written as such. Only use quotes when terms are typically written in that order.
Site search: after your search string, use site: to search a particular domain or website. Example to the right.
You might use this Media Bias Infographic to help you decide which sites to search.
Places to Go for sources
Usernames and Passwords for resources below.
Books:
Avoid fiction and titles for juvenile audiences.
Ballard Library Catalog – search for books in Ballard Libraries
Huxley Library Catalog – search for books in the Huxley Public Library
WorldCat Online – search for books in many libraries. Request titles via Mrs. Dovre.
Interlibrary Loan
If you would like to borrow a book that is not available in our library, Mrs. Dovre can request it from other libraries. Please visit Mrs. Dovre or send an email with the title and author. Plan for up to 1 week for processing and delivery.
Articles
The databases below search published magazine or journal articles, newspaper articles, reviews, speeches, etc.
Google Scholar — searches Google for scholarly articles. Email Mrs. Dovre to access the full article, when necessary.
Tip: Use the limiters in the top or right navigation to narrow results. You might try: full-text, peer-reviewed, source type: articles, subject
FULL TEXT ACCESS: If you come across a summary (abstract) of an article, but cannot view the whole article, Mrs. Dovre may be able to find it for you. Send the citation or link to the article via email to Mrs. Dovre.