Learn the basics to doing a good search and how those apply in PubMed/MEDLINE and CINAHL. In the course of the workshop, participants will learn about the basic features of each database and search techniques such as limits and the use of Boolean Operators. Also, methods to identify locally available journals or full-text online articles will be discussed.
At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
Describe what topics and/or disciplines are covered by each database.
Understand why and how to access PubMed & CINAHL through VCU Libraries
Perform a simple search in PubMed and CINAHL and view search history in each
Identify options for displaying search results
Discuss options for limiting or filtering results of search
Connect to VCU Libraries holding to obtain full text of articles
Registration is required. After registering participants will receive the class URL via email 3 days before the webinar.