STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics) research is communicated through a variety of source types & associated publication methods: conference proceedings, reports, white papers, preprints, as well as books, peer-reviewed journal articles, and more. Attend this session to learn how to navigate the world of STEM research and successfully locate the information you need.
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
- critique the benefits and drawbacks to different source types
- find and use relevant databases based on your information need, such as locating cutting edge research or an established methodology
- apply search strategies and tricks to make your searching more effective and efficient
