Introduction Internet Background Information Basic Research Strategies Online Content Evalutation Online Search Strategies Online Reference Tools & "Pearls" Directories+ Search Engines Meta-Searchers Learning & Keeping Up Bibliography

BASIC RESEARCH STRATEGIES... Remember, researching the WWW is only a part of the process we want students to follow. Big Six Guide to Information-Problem Solving... http://ericir.syr.edu/big6/bigsix.html 1. Task Definition: Define the problem / question Identify the information needed 2. Information Seeking Strategies: Brainstorm all possible sources Select the best sources 3. Location and Access: * Locate sources (intellectually / physically) Find information within resources 4. Use of Information: Engage (e.g., read, hear, view) Extract relevant information 5. Synthesis: Organize info from various sources Present the results 6. Evaluation: Judge the result (effectiveness) Judge the process (efficiency) *How to Cite Internet Resources