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Systematic searching : practical ideas for improving results

edited by Paul Levay and Jenny Craven
Bok Engelsk 2019

Medvirkende	Craven, Jenny Levay, Paul

Omfang	XXIX, 320 sider : illustrasjoner
Opplysninger	Foreword / Carol Lefebvre -- 1. Introduction : where are we now? / Paul Levay and Jenny Craven -- 2. Innovative approaches to systematic reviewing / Andrew Booth -- 3. Searching for broad-based topics / Claire Stansfield -- 4. Choosing the right databases and search techniques / Alison Bethel and Morwenna Rogers -- 5. Gathering evidence form grey literature and unpublished data / Shannon Kugley and Richard Epstein -- 6. Social media as a source of evidence / Su Golder -- 7. Text mining for information specialists / Julie Glanville -- 8. Using linked data for evidence synthesis / Andy Mitchell and Chris Mavergames -- 9. Evidence surveillance to keep up to date with new research / James Thomas, Anna Noel-Storr and Steve McDonald -- 10. Training the next generation of information specialists / Michelle Maden and Gil Young -- 11. Collaborative working to improve searching / Siw Waffenschmidt and Elke Hausner -- 12. Communication for information specialist / Margaret Sampson -- 13. The information specialist as an expert searcher / Alison Brettle -- 14. Conclusion : where do we go from here? / Paul Levay and Jenny Craven. - Beginning by looking at the methods and techniques underlying systematic searching, the book then examines the current challenges and the potential solutions to more effective searching in detail, before considering the role of the information specialist as an expert searcher. Systematic Searching blends theory and practice and takes into account different approaches to information retrieval with a special focus being given to searching for complex topics in a health-related environment. The book does not presume an in-depth prior knowledge or experience of systematic searching and includes case studies, practical examples and ideas for further research and reading. The book is divided into three parts: Methods covers theoretical approaches to evidence synthesis and the implications that these have for the search process, including searching for complex topics and choosing the right sources. Technology examines new technologies for retrieving evidence and how these are leading to new directions in information retrieval and evidence synthesis. People considers the future of the information specialist as an expert searcher and explores how information professionals can develop their skills in searching, communication and collaboration to ensure that information retrieval practice is, and remains, evidence-based. Systematic Searching will be essential reading for library and information service providers and information specialists, particularly those in a health-related environmen
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Dewey	362.10285
ISBN	978-1-78330-373-1. - 978-1-78330-374-8

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