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Internet Options for Research and Projects. Human Anatomy and Physiology. Typical Internet Search. Get on Google Type in a few words Scan the one or two pages of results Choose one of these options or try again. Is this the best strategy?.
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Internet Options for Research and Projects Human Anatomy and Physiology
Typical Internet Search • Get on Google • Type in a few words • Scan the one or two pages of results • Choose one of these options or try again
Is this the best strategy? • The best sites are not always at the top of the list • Poorly stated search • No search strategy of knowledge of good searching techniques • Might not be the best tool available
Website AuthentificationREAL Method • Read the domain • Evaluate the content • Ask about the author • Links
Read the Domain • Does it make sense to you ? • Is it a .gov, .edu, .ac, .org ? • Go back to the home page. Is this a reputable site?
Evaluate the Content • Does it help you? • Additional links and resources? • Recent updates? • Contradictions to previous research? • Have you come across some of the information before?
Ask About the Author • Google their name and what do you find? • Have they authored any other publications, articles, books? • Is a bio provided?
Look at the Links • Do they link you to any additional information you may find useful? • Where do these links take you?
Great Resources for Life • Diigo • Evernote • APA citation tools • Eazypaper.com • Citationmachine.net • Purdue Owl • Dropbox