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Writing 100 (Sandoval): Pre-Activities

Library Research for Advanced Writing

Basic Search Strategies

Review three search strategies that can be used in most databases. We will use these strategies during our in-person session.

Online Research: Tips for Effective Search Strategies

Accessing Full-Text

Click Get it at UC to easily find the full-text of a resource.

If we do not have it full-text in our collection, you will have an option to Request the item through Interlibrary Loan (ILL) at no cost to you.

Use UC Library Search

UC Library Search
Locate books, articles, and more from all UC campuses and beyond in this unified discovery and borrowing system. Use filters and alternative search scopes to narrow your results. Connect via the VPN to view all content available to you. Log in to your account to request material.