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  • First, you break down the topic into searchable keywords, the important words that bring up the concept. Check the following video tutorial on how to identify keywords for a topic. 
  • For all-purpose research, you can simply type your keywords into the Library homepage search box, which will search most of our resources including books, ebooks, videos, articles and more. Check here for a video tutorial on how to conduct library search .
  • There are some specialized databases that you may need for your assignment. Please check our research guides to see whether there is a guide specific to your subject, course or assignment. These specialized databases and/or resources are usually listed in the course or program specific research guides. 

If you need detailed research help, please go to our reference desk or chat with us online through AskOn Chat service. For in-depth research help, you can reach out to your program librarian