LOCATING

Source: https://www.sokogskriv.no/en/searching/
When you have worked out what information you need, you have to think about where you will get your information from. The following questions may help you to narrow down your search.

During this step you need to ask yourself:
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  • Where can I find the information I need?
  • What search tools, sources and equipment can I use?
  • Which sources best suit my needs?​
Once you have a list of keywords and search terms we recommend you use the following search tools in this order:
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  1. Check to see if there is Course Support material available for your topic via the Course Support page.
  2. Use your keywords to search the Library Catalogue.
  3. Search the Free Internet.
STRATEGIES FOR LOCATING
Explore the topic
  • If you have no knowledge of the topic try reading a general encyclopaedia article to get keywords and related terms.
Change your keywords / search terms
  • Revise keywords/ search terms if your searches are not successful. You may need to broaden or narrow your term. You could use a thesaurus for this.
Use the Dewey Decimal System
  • Use your knowledge of the Dewey system to judge the main subject focus of resources.
Use the Information Timeline
  • Use your knowledge of the Information Timeline to decide where you are likely to find the information you need.