Student resources
Research it right
Begin with a focused question, choose an appropriate database, record your search terms, evaluate each source, and cite the evidence you use.
A reliable workflow
- Break your topic into its main concepts and list synonyms for each.
- Start with EBSCOhost, PubMed, or a relevant library catalogue.
- Use quotation marks for phrases and AND/OR to combine concepts.
- Prefer peer-reviewed research, authoritative clinical guidance, and current government or professional sources.
- Check the author, publication, evidence, date, and purpose before relying on a source.
- Save citation details while you research.
