Research Database Navigation Techniques

The video tutorial explains how to effectively search for academic sources using Google Scholar, PubMed, and the IEEE Explore Digital Library. It covers the basics of web search, highlights the importance of using academic databases for college-level research, and provides tips on using search filters and citation tools. The tutorial also discusses how to find full-text articles and use advanced search options to refine results.

What is the primary difference between a regular Google search and a Google Scholar search?

• Google Scholar searches for academic sources.

• Google Scholar provides more advertisements.

• Google Scholar is faster than Google.

• Google Scholar only searches for images.

Which tool in Google Scholar helps you generate a citation for an article?

• Share button

• Bookmark icon

• Quote icon

• Search bar

What is a benefit of using the 'cited by' link in Google Scholar?

• It shows the article's price.

• It lists articles that have cited the original article.

• It provides a summary of the article.

• It translates the article into different languages.

What is PubMed primarily used for?

• Finding historical documents

• Researching health science and psychology

• Locating engineering papers

• Searching for legal cases

How can you narrow your search results in PubMed?

• By using filters like publication date and article type

• By adjusting the screen brightness

• By changing the font size

• By using a different browser

What are MeSH terms in PubMed?

• A list of authors

• Medical Subject Headings that describe article content

• A type of search engine

• A collection of images

What is the first step when using the IEEE Xplore Digital Library?

• Downloading all articles

• Clicking on the advanced search

• Contacting customer support

• Reading the homepage

How can you refine your search results in IEEE Xplore?

• By using filters like publication date and content type

• By logging out and back in

• By changing the website theme

• By using a different email address

What does a green unlocked lock icon indicate in IEEE Xplore?

• The item is not available online.

• The item is a draft version.

• The item is restricted to members only.

• The item is open access or part of the library's subscription.

What should you do if you want to undo a filter in IEEE Xplore?

• Contact technical support

• Restart your computer

• Refresh the page

• Click the little x next to the filter name