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  • Type in a query or search statement. Use the separate search boxes to enter different concepts.
  • Some people prefer the Visual Search option.
  • Add Rows to accommodate more than three concepts at a time.
  • Use the * to truncate search terms. Example: therap* searches for therapy or therapies or therapeutical.
  • Revisit searches done during a search session with the Search History/Alerts option 

Limit/focus your search:

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Before searching, choose limits from the default search page

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by scrolling down. Useful options include: Publication Type; Age Group, Language and Methodology. Image Modified

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Or, opt for limits anytime during your search by clicking on Show More Refine your results box on the left hand side of the

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Chose multiple options within each limit by using Indexes   Image Modified

  • Drop down the Browse an Index menu. Some useful options are Tests & Measures, Methodology, Age Group:
  • Browse an Index for a complete list of options, or type in a keyword into the search box and click Browse. Check as many boxes as you like and click the Add botton for results.
  • Clicking Add _enters those terms into the search box at the top of the page. Click _Search.
  • Additional terms can also be added to your search.

Narrow your search:

  • Use the Narrow Results by on the left-hand side of the page to limit results further, either by source or by Major Heading. Other options include narrowing by Subject, Publication, Age, Gender and Publication Type.
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