School of Information Sciences -- Faculty Publications and Other Works

Source Publication (e.g., journal title)

Library Journal

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

4-1-1984

Abstract

Discusses the seven common errors committed by beginner searchers during online searching of bibliographic systems. Problem of logical errors among searchers; Confusion regarding requirement of space; Inexperience among searchers about strategy used in two different databases; Suggestions proposed to overcome the common searching mistakes.

Comments

pp. 635‑636. Reprinted in Training and Education for Online, edited by Angela Haygarth

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