Searching the WEB
There are many “search tools” on the Web that let you do keyword searching
Mastering these “search tools” is your key to this warehouse of knowledge
Objectives
What are Search Tools on the Web?
Where are the Search Tools located?
Netscape Net Search Window
Scroll down for “More Tools”
Why do we need “search” tools?
Search tools ...
Search Engines vary according to:
Use the right tool for the job!
Searching for a general topic
Subject Directories ...
Searching Education on Yahoo
Browse or Search in Education Category
Education menu options
Summary for General Topic Search on Education
Other useful WEB GUIDES are:
Searching for a Specific Topic
Comprehensive Search Engines:
Basic Searching SkillsStep 1
Basic Searching SkillsStep 2
Basic Searching SkillsStep 3
HotBot’s Home Page
PPT Slide
Summary for Specific topic Searching
Remember:more specific search statements yield the best results!
If you don’t find what you’re looking for, try another search engine.They are easy to find !
Using a Meta-index Search Engine
Internet Oracle
Fine Tuning your Search
Boolean Basics
Selected Search Engine Reviews
Infoseek
Yahoo
Alta Vista
HotBot
Quality Control
Future Trends
Help for Citing Electronic Information:
Sample Citations:
Exercises
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