Toulmin Logic Argument Model

Best Search Strategy

• Use keywords from "claim" and "warrant" as primary search topic.
• Find keywords from "qualifier" and "rebuttal" to narrow search topic.
• Use concept mapper to develop relationships between keywords for searching.
• Use Databases by Subject to select best database to search.

Best Starting Databases

1. Background Information (Controversial topics)
   • Issues and Controversies
   • Points of View Reference Center
   • CQ Researcher
   • Opposing Views in Context
2. For most topics
   • Proquest.
   • Academic Search Complete.
   • Expanded Academic Index.
   • Gale Reference Center Gold .
3. Advanced
   • Choose subject specific database from the complete list is on All Databases or the selected list by subject at Databases by Subject.