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BIOL 228: Ecology

Ecology research tips

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Search tips

  • Go beyond Google. Use library databases, advanced search strategies
  • Start early! More time = more options.
  • Be persistent. Don't just choose the first article or website in your result list.
    • try different keyword or subject combinations
    • consider multiple perspectives
  • Keep track of your sources. Avoid plagiarism by citing your sources.
  • Ask for help. Librarians are information experts, available to guide you.

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Getting started

Before deciding on a topic, you may want to do some preliminary searching, or "pre-search".

  • Read your textbook or other reference sources to define unfamiliar terminology.
  • Scan newspaper articles for recent developments.
  • Make note of related concepts and keywords that come up in Wikipedia or Google searches.

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BIOL 228 Textbook

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