Update Introduces New Terms to ERIC Thesaurus

Apr. 16, 2012

The latest update to the Thesaurus of ERIC Descriptors introduces the following 17 new searchable terms (Descriptors):

Ambiguity (Context)
Ambiguity (Semantics)
Capacity Building
Comorbidity
Computer Games
Critical Literacy
English Language Learners
Information Security
Knowledge Economy
Leadership Role
Mixed Methods Research
Naming
Neoliberalism
School Turnaround
Semi Structured Interviews
Structured Interviews
Web 2.0 Technologies

The update also includes changes to scope notes (definitions) to clarify usage, and synonyms (i.e., non-searchable terms) that guide users to the appropriate search term(s), e.g., "Online Games" use "Computer Games." For more information on current and previous changes to the Thesaurus, go to Maintaining the ERIC Thesaurus.

Searchers use Descriptors to construct effective, precise searches. You can browse and search the complete file at www.eric.ed.gov/thesaurus. To recommend additions and changes to the Thesaurus, visit the For Librarians area and see "Getting Involved."