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The Research Process

In this research guide, learn the steps and strategies for an effective research process. Contact a librarian for assistance!

Domain Searching

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Connect Google Scholar to Pace

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Bias in Keyword Selection

How Keywords Can Create Bias Results

When selecting keywords to search online, consider the meanings and values embedded in the words you choose for your search results. When your keywords indicate negative or positive feelings or prejudice towards a certain topic, your search results will reflect those ideas and could limit the information you find. For more perspectives, vary your keywords! 

Searching for "problems with gentrification"

Screenshot of a Google search for the terms problems with gentrification

Searching for "impacts of gentrification" 

Screenshot of a Google search for the terms impacts of gentrification