Where do I start? : A five point plan
Step 1: Prepare a Search Strategy
- Define your search terms (Keywords)
- Determine limiting factors
- Consider variations
Step 2: Information sources
Consider the information sources available to you:
- Books, Journals and Print Material
- E-Resources and online Journals
- Internet
Step 3:Conducting a Search
- Apply your search terms
- Use Boolean operators
Step 4:Evaluating Information
- Assess your findings
- Is the information from a reliable source?
- Is the Information correct?
Step 5:Referencing
- Make an accurate bibliography of sources
- Use the Harvard system
- Avoid Plagiarism

