Library+catalogue

= = == =Using the library catalogue=

Subject search
When using the library catalogue a subject search will often not give you all available resources. For example a //** subject search **// for // Emperor Penguins // may return few results. It may in this case be worth doing a broader search and seeing what is available under // Penguins. // // It is often worthwhile clicking on the title of a book to see what other subject headings have been added e.g ** birds **. // // Choosing these books and then looking at the contents and index can reveal information on your topic. //

Keyword search
A keyword search can often be successful in revealing information not covered by a subject search. Eg. A subject search for sea ice gives the following results: Keywords are often given to topics known to be popular but not with a substantial part of the book dedicated to them.

A keyword search in the library catalogue will use only a single word. A search for sea for example will give you the following result:



A search for ice will give you the following results



Advanced keyword search
Choosing the Advanced Keyword search in the Library Catalogue gives you the option of using multiple words in your search and is thus more effective for example **sea** and **ice.**



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