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Search Strategies - Steps 1 & 2

1. Begin with your topic.

Let's say you're going to research the problem of child poverty and homelessness in the United States.
Based on your readings, answer this question:

In what ways do homelessness and poverty affect children's perceptions of themselves and their ability to do well in school?

2. Pull out the keywords of your topic.

  • Child    
  • Poverty    
  • Homeless    
  • United States  

Simple enough, right?

»» Continue to Steps 3 & 4   

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