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Writing 10 (Winek)

Video: Selecting & Using Keywords

What advice does the narrator provide about selecting and using keywords in your searches?

* from Darrell W. Krueger Library, Winona State University (play until 2:50)

Poll Question: Identify Keywords

What are the keywords you would select for this research question? Select your answer and click Submit.

How can healthcare providers ensure good care for non-English-speaking patients?
healthcare, patients, English: 1 votes (7.14%)
healthcare providers, primary language, care: 13 votes (92.86%)
primary language, patients, nurses: 0 votes (0%)
English, language, doctors: 0 votes (0%)
Total Votes: 14

Keywords & Synonyms

Here is a chart with keywords and potential synonyms based on a sample research question:

RQ: Is there a connection between food deserts and increased need for community healthcare centers?
food deserts food access healthy food fast food  
healthcare centers health clinic doctor's office emergency medical services hospital
need health impacts dietary-related diseases nutrients