Research Edge

Introduction

	Where to begin
	Which tool?

Catalogue

	About catalogue
	Searching

Databases

Internet

Publication Types

Different search tools locate different information types. Consider what your information need is before selecting a search tool.

Exercise:

Pick the most appropriate information types and what search tool you would use to find it **Note there may be more than one correct answer**

1. If you need the telephone number to call a taxi after class

Telephone directory
Subject dictionary
Street directory

Which search tool would you use to find it?

Catalogue
Database
Internet

2. You have an assignment and need to define your keywords or topic words

Encyclopaedia and/or Subject dictionary
Journal article
Statistical directory

Which search tool would you use to find it?

Catalogue
Database
Internet

3. You need to find current information about the ongoing Aboriginal claims on Sandon Point at Bulli (Northern Wollongong)?

Newspapers and/or journal articles
Encyclopaedia
Textbook

Which search tool would you use to find it?

Catalogue
Database
Internet

4. Where might you find scholarly information on the latest developments in nanotechnology?

Newspapers
Journal articles and/or conference papers
Encyclopaedia

Which search tool would you use to find it?

Catalogue
Database
Internet

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