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Database Tutorials

These self-pace interactive tutorials help researchers successfully navigate and utilize library resources.  Use these modules to learn how to search for information and easily complete research related tasks in CINAHL, OVID Medline, and PubMed.  

The New EBSCOhost Interface - Basic Search

With Basic search on the new EBSCOhost, you can quickly run a search for your keywords. Quick filters are also available, enabling you to easily create a more targeted search before reviewing your results.

The New EBSCOhost Interface - Basic Search

The new EBSCOhost allows users to conduct advanced searches using Guided-Style Find fields. Guided-Style Find fields assist you in creating a more targeted search. For example, you can enter your search terms into the search boxes and have EBSCOhost search for your terms in only specific citation search fields, such as the Title or Subject terms fields.

Using the CINAHL Subject Headings Feature in the New EBSCOhost Interface

Subject terms are assigned based on article content, allowing you to create a targeted search. When you browse CINAHL Headings or MeSH Headings in the new EBSCOhost interface, you can select headings and subheadings to add to your search.

ClinicalKey for Nursing

Learn how to conduct a basic search in ClinicalKey for Nursing

OVID Medline Basics

Demo of basic searching features and functions of OVID Medline

After this tutorial, you will be able to:

  • Conduct a basic search to locate relevant literature in Ovid MEDLINE
  • Expand your search strategy with the use of related terms
  • Understand the ranking system of articles you find

OVID Subject Mapping

Demo of mapping features in Ovid MEDLINE  

After this tutorial, you will be able to:

  • Utilize advanced search techniques to map a key word to a subject term
  • Explode or focus a subject term to refine your search
  • Choose appropriate subheadings to refine your search

PubMed - Finding Articles on a Topic

A brief interactive NLM tutorial on how to locate by topic using PubMed

PubMed - Finding the Latest Treatment for a Disease or Condition

A brief, interactive NLM Tutorial on how to locate the latest treatments for a disease or disorder using PubMed

PubMed - Using Advanced Search Builder

An in-depth overview of how to use PubMed's Advanced Search features to refine your search.