The tools and language of the Scholar include:
- Know where to search.
Which research database will be the most appropriate source for research in Psychology?
- Learn the terms used by scholars in Psychology
Move beyond keywords. When you search in PsycInfo, try using the PsycInfo Thesaurus to locate appropriate scholarly terms.
- Search Strategy
Construct your research question using Boolean Logic.
- Speak APA Style
APA is a language. APA style is a form of communication. Scholar communicate their findings by using the APA style.