Keyword Searching in the Cat

Keyword Searching in Proquest

Using additional keyword to refind your search

Keyword Searching	A Sample Record
What it is... Keyword searching retrieves a word or phrase in any field in a record.  When to use... Keyword is best used when you are not sure of the subject heading, or if you're using "jargon" terms.  Disadvantages Retrieves only what you type Misses synonyms, plurals, misspellings, etc.

Keyword Searching in the CAT
A Keyword search on “socially responsible companies” retrieved this record because the words are in the title field.

Keyword Searching in Proquest Direct
A Keyword search on “university AND sweatshop” retrieved this record because the words are in the title field and the abstract field.

Using Additional Keywords to Refine Your Search
Always pay attention to additional keywords you might use to expand or refine your search.