This page tells you
how to use article databases to identify articles that report
empirical (original) research.
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| Check the article database you are using to
see if it allows you to limit your search to empirical
research. |
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PsycINFO
Change search limits to Methodology = Empirical-Study. |
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ERIC (FirstSearch)
Change one dropdown box to Record Type=143. This finds
REPORTS--RESEARCH. |
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ABI/INFORM
Limit Classification code (drop-down box) = 9130
(Experimental/theoretical) |
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CINAHL
Change a drop-down box from Keyword to Publication Type and
type the word 'research' in the text box to the left. |
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SPORT Discus
Change search limit to Level = Advanced for original
scientific research. |
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SpringerLink Journals
Search for keywords and add terms common to primary research
articles: methods or methodology,
research design, survey, data,
results. |
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| Using any full-text article database,
combine your search terms with words commonly used in research
articles. |
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Common words include methods or methodology,
research design, survey, data, and
results. |
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