Using the Internet for Research

• http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/Glossary.html
• http://www.matisse.net/files/glossary.html

Search Engine Overview

Search Engines and Other Research Tools

Searching Strategies:

• UC Berkeley's Recommended Search Strategy
• Search Strategies for Yahooligans--Good tips for using directories
• NoodleQuest--A tool for developing a search strategy
• Choosing a Search Engine--A table to help you select the best searching tool
• Tips for Boolean Searches
• Searching the "Invisible Web"--A guide to information you can't find with a search engine

Tips for Using Internet Explorer for Internet Research

Dealing with Inappropriate Web Pages

Evaluating Web Pages:

• The ABC's of Web Site Evaluation...Kathy Schrock's article from Classroom Connect, 7/02 (a PDF file)
• Kathy Schrock's "Critical Evaluation" Web Page
• UC Berkeley Library's Tutorial on Evaluating Web Sites
  • Web Page Evaluation Checklist
• Yahooligans "Student Evidence Evaluation Form"

Copyright/Fair Use Issues

Citing Internet Resources

See also:

• Search Engine Overview
• Search Engines and Other Research Tools

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