Research Guides: Academic Writing Guide: Develop a Search Strategy

Where can I find information on my topic?

Need to find sources? There are a variety of places to look for information both within and outside of your Franklin Library. Here are some recommended places to search for information:

Library Search
Search our databases for articles, books, and more using a Google-like search. Located on the library homepage! Check out the Search Shortcuts below to find tips on searching in OneSearch.
Library Databases
Search specific library databases. Not sure what databases to search? Look at Databases by Major for databases available in your subject-area. Check out the Search Shortcuts below to find tips on searching in Library databases.
Google Scholar
You can link Google Scholar to Franklin University and search the library's databases from Google Scholar by going "Settings" and "Library Links" and adding Franklin University.
Research Guides
Research guides (like this one!) are for programs, some courses, and topics. Guides provide subject and course-specific resources. Check out your subject guide for additional places to find information on your topic!

Develop a Search Strategy

Want to be more strategic when searching for articles, books, etc.? Try our using our Search Strategy Worksheet to help you develop keywords, narrower and broader searches, and track your searches.

Search Shortcuts