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Doing Research: An Introduction to the Concepts of Online Searching

  • By Jess Guthrie
  • Jun 26, 2016
  • Filed in CC1B Teach Identifying Terms, CC4 Feedback & Rubrics, Online Activity, SLO1 Find Sources

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This animated, interactive tutorial introduces students to online searching. Sections include: 1) Using the search term “AND”, 2) Identifying keywords, 3) Thinking of synonyms and related terms, 4) Examining a citation, and 5) Putting it all together. Features interactive drag and drop “games” with immediate feedback.

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Strengths

The interactive nature of this tutorial hopefully reinforces understanding and reinforcement of material. It is not overtly university branded, so it could be easily adaptable for local needs.

Concerns

None

Recommendations for use

SC or 100 level students.