Search Engine Scavenger Hunt

Objectives

• Students will be able to define a search engine.

• Students will be able to use web based search engines to conduct research and locate specific answers to questions.

METS

• RI.1- Use a variety of digital resources to locate information.

• TC.6- Use accurate technology terminology.

• DC.1- Provide accurate citations when referening information.

What is a Search Engine?

A search engine is designed to search for information on the World Wide Web. The search results are generally presented in a list of results and are often called hits. The information may consist of web pages, images, information and other types of files. Some search engines also mine data available in databases or open directories. Unlike web directories, which are maintained by human editors,

Introduction

The search engines listed below will help you when you have a topic to research, but they are not designed to find a specific address, or URL. When answering the questions for the scavenger hunt, try all these search engines.