As the Internet grows, it becomes more challenging to find the correct information from a reliable source in a timely manner. As research expert Gary Price puts it, “The haystack is growing and finding the needles takes more time and requires greater skill.”
This one-day course will teach you how to conduct accurate Internet research by creating a search plan, searching the web, and staying organized. You will also learn how to think critically and find the best sources for their internet search.
Describe why Internet research skills are important
Create a search plan
Search the web using a variety of tools
Assess the credibility and validity of a website
Searching for Multimedia
This course is for those who want to know how to:
assess research sites
identify what resources are the most appropriate for your search
organize research notes
cite sources and avoid plagiarism
Module 1: Creating a Search Plan
Key Elements of a Search Plan
Getting Focused
Module 2: Searching the Surface Web
What is a Search Engine?
Building a Keyword List
Step-By-Step Searching Guide
Performing an Advanced Search
Searching for Quick Facts
Internet Scavenger Hunt
Debrief
Module 3: Diving Into the Deep Web
About the Deep Web
Making Connections
Module 4: Searching for Multimedia
Search Techniques
Making Connections
Module 5: Assessing Research Sites
Analyzing Your Sources
Making Connections
Checking Your Facts
Module 6: Staying Organized with Research Tools
Understanding the Options
Organizing Information
Microsoft OneNote
Module 7: Citing Sources
Don’t Plagiarize!
Information to Gather
Documentation Styles
Sample Citations
Wrapping Up
Q & A
Action Plan
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