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Women's and Gender Studies: WGS210 Search Tips

Search Strategies & Evaluating Information

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  • Create a list of synonyms for the topics you're searching for. Peer-reviewed articles may utilize more jargon.
  • Try expanding your topic or contracting it until you've found the appropriate scope.
  • If your topic is too narrow, consider narrowing it by asking one of the 6 "W" questions (Who, What, Where, When, Why, hoW)?