3. Advanced search skills workshop

<h3><b>Overview</b></h3><p dir="ltr">This 1 hour workshop covers different methods for combining the keywords identified in your <a href="https://library.essex.ac.uk/skillsatlibrary/search-strategy" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">search strategy</a> and gives a practical introduction to advanced techniques that can be used when researching for an assignment or finding sources. Advanced search techniques will help make your searches more efficient and lead you to the most relevant information. These techniques can be used across many different databases, so no matter where you are conducting your search, you can use advanced search skills.</p><h3><b>Key areas covered:</b></h3><ul><li>Developing your search strategy</li><li>Identifying where to search</li><li>Getting the most out of Google Scholar</li><li>Using advanced search techniques</li><li>Refining your search process to improve results</li></ul><h3><b>Supporting resources</b></h3><ul><li>Workshop activity: Find and save 4 sources</li><li>Prepare for this session by creating a <a href="https://library.essex.ac.uk/skillsatlibrary/search-strategy" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank">search strategy</a> taking a look at the <a href="https://library.essex.ac.uk/skillsatlibrary/advanced-search" target="_blank">Skills at Library section on advanced search techniques.</a></li></ul><p></p>