3.2.3 Review your search tools

For any in-depth research topic, use a variety of search tools to ensure you get the broadest possible coverage of the literature.

If you have not found enough literature to support your ideas, try another search tool! See 2.4 Select an appropriate tool.

If you are looking for periodical articles, ensure you search at least two or three different databases.

You can choose a database to suit your needs in several ways:

Database subject guides - these allow you to choose your Faculty and then browse the subjects to find appropriate databases that have been suggested by your Liaison Librarian. See 2.4.2 Choose the right database for more information.
Subject and help guides - these guides cover more than just databases. They also suggest subject headings for the library catalogue, journals and websites that you find useful in your research.
Ask a Librarian - You can contact us in person, via telephone, and via e-mail or chat. We will advise on appropriate search tools and assist with your research.

What criteria will you use to evaluate your information?