Systematic Searching

In resource poor, cost saving times, this book providespractical advice on new methods and technologies involved in systematicsearching and explores the role of information professionals in deliveringthese changesThe editors bring together expert internationalpractitioners and researchers to highlig [...]
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In resource poor, cost saving times, this book providespractical advice on new methods and technologies involved in systematicsearching and explores the role of information professionals in deliveringthese changesThe editors bring together expert internationalpractitioners and researchers to highlight the latest thinking on systematicsearching. Beginning by looking at the methods and techniques underlyingsystematic searching, the book then examines the current challenges and the potentialsolutions to more effective searching in detail, before considering the role ofthe information specialist as an expert searcher.Systematic Searching blends theory and practice andtakes into account different approaches to information retrieval with a specialfocus being given to searching for complex topics in a health-relatedenvironment. The book does not presume an in-depth prior knowledge orexperience of systematic searching and includes case studies, practicalexamples and ideas for further research and reading.The book is divided into three parts: Methods covers theoretical approaches to evidencesynthesis 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 retrievingevidence and how these are leading to new directions in informationretrieval and evidence synthesis.People considers the future of the informationspecialist as an expert searcher and explores how information professionals candevelop their skills in searching, communication and collaboration to ensurethat information retrieval practice is, and remains, evidence-based.Systematic Searching will be essential reading forlibrary and information service providers and information specialists, particularlythose in a health-related environment. It will also be of interest to studentsof library and information science, systematic reviewers, researchers and practitionersconducting complex searches in settings including social care, education and criminaljustice.