The keywords you use can have a profound impact on the results of your research. Using the “right” words will speed up the research process, while the “wrong” words can bring to it to a halt.
Before you can begin searching for information, you need to identify keywords related to your topic. Key terminology can be easily be found by scanning:
If you are still struggling:
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Video courtesy of the Johnson & Wales University Denver Campus Library.
Make a list or use the chart below to track keywords related to your topic.
Keep it by your side when you start your research.