Monday, February 25, 2013

Using EBSCO Databases to Find Statistical Information

There are several databases in NC LIVE dedicated to statistical information under the Data and Demographics section. Did you know that you can find statistical information using keywords and limits in other EBSCO-supported databases including Academic Search Complete?

Find Statistical Information Using Keywords and Limits

If you are trying to include statistics in your results, you can target those by using the following keywords:
  • Findings
  • Results
  • Study
  • Analysis
Here's an example statistics keyword search in an EBSCO database using the Advanced Search option::
ebscostats
To pull up statistical findings using limits, make sure you select either "chart" or "graph" in the limits section on the Basic Search option:
statlimits
Have you found other tips or tricks for finding statistical information?  If so, let us know!

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