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Writing 10-25 (DeBoard, Fall 2024)

Selecting and Using Keywords

University of West Florida, John C. Pace Library, 3:50

As you watch the video, consider:

  1. What do you put in a database’s search box?
  2. What is a keyword?
  3. How do you go from a research question to a keyword?
  4. How many keywords should you use?
  5. What are some strategies for developing related keywords?

Identify Key Concepts and Terms

Identify the key concepts in your topic:

How do hacking and cyberattacks on banks in the United States impact bank customers and banking services?

Brainstorm for related terms:

hacking:

  • cyberterrorist
  • cyberpunk

banks:

  • banking
  • financial institutions: insurance, finance, investment firms

customers:

  • clients
  • services

Try Academic Search Complete > Subject Terms to find subject headings for your topic.