Section 2: The Ovid databases

Learning Outcomes

Section 2 introduces the Ovid database platform and contrasts the difference between basic and advanced search functions.

By the end of this section you will be able to:

• Identify the key features of the Ovid database search platform
• Navigate the Ovid database search platform
• Recognise the advantages and disadvantages of the Basic Search function
• Identify and utilise the major features of the Ovid Basic Search function in the MEDLINE database
• Identify and utilise the major features of the Ovid Advanced Search function
• Use the Advanced Search function to search for results by Author, Journal, or Article Title