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Lesson 3:

Contextualized Online Search and Research Skills

Created by: Mr. Lyle Kenneth C. Maclang

07. 24. 2018.

introduction

What is Online Search?

Online Search

Online search is the process of interactively searching for and retrieving requested information via a computer from databases that are online. Interactive searches became possible in the 1980s with the advent of faster databases and smart terminals.

Advantages

Advantages

  • Ability to obtain a large sample, which increases statistical power
  • Data is automatically coded so no data entry errors
  • Reduced cost of conducting research

DIsAdvantages

Disadvantages

  • Online is not totally secure and theft is one of the numerous danger it poses, researchers personal information is at risk of being access by rogue persons.
  • Some of the materials on the internet have not been evaluated by experts or thoroughly screened.
  • Lack of accreditation and low quality

How search works

How Search Works

Research

SKILLS

Research Skills

  • “Research” sometimes just means finding out information about a topic. You can certainly develop advanced information retrieval skills in Working with Sources. However, in specific understandings of “research” carry a lot of weight. The classic definition is that “research” leads to an original contribution to knowledge in a particular field of inquiry by defining an important question or problem and then answering or solving it in a systematic way.
  • So you will need to read on to develop a relevant understanding of what research means in your subject.

Important aspects of research

  • Research design covers the key issues in developing a successful research project.
  • Research methods takes you to resources on essential techniques for carrying out convincing research.
  • Working with data will provide resources on the use of statistics and other numerical skills in research.

How Can You Make Your Research Easier?

https://www.elearners.com/education-resources/online-learning/how-to-conduct-research-online/

Some examples of research skills that you may have include:

1. Report writing.

2. Analyzing lots of information from different sources.

3. Finding information off the internet.

4. Critical thinking.

Critical Thinking

Search Engine

Search Engines

A web search engine is a software system that is designed to search for information on the World Wide Web. The search results are generally presented in a line of results often referred to as search engine results pages (SERPs). The information may be a mix of web pages, images, and other types of files. Some search engines also mine data available in databases or open directories. Unlike web directories, which are maintained only by human editors, search engines also maintain real-time information by running an algorithm on a web crawler. Internet content that is not capable of being searched by a web search engine is generally described as the deep web.

Search Engines

Video 1

Tips in Using Search Engines

Tips

A. Find the Hidden Calculator

B. Definitions and More

C. Age-Appropriate Results

D. Time-Zone Challenged

E. The Perfect Search

F. Photo Magic

G. Just for Fun

Find the Hidden Calculator

Find the Hidden Calculator

If number crunching just isn't your thing—and you need an answer fast— Google's hidden calculator is a lifesaver. Head straight to the search bar and type in the problem or equation you're looking to solve. You'll know you've gotten to the right place when a gray, calculator-like tool pops up as the search result.

Bonus tip: How many teaspoons equal a tablespoon? When the homework is put away and you need an extra hand at the Chemistry lab, this tool converts measurements, too.

Definitions and More

Definitions and More

Browsing the Merriam-Webster dictionary for hours might be a lost art, but broadening kids' vocabulary doesn't have to be. Simply add the word "define" before a search term (for example, “define onomatopoeia”) to bring up the proper spelling, definition, origin, and even fun tools like voice and translation options.

Bonus tip: If you struggle with spelling, don't worry. Google will suggest and search based on the appropriate spelling of most words, just as it does for regular searches.

Age-Appropriate Results

Age-Appropriate Results

Tools like Google SafeSearch and YouTube's Safety Mode can help filter out mature content that's beyond what those below 18 are ready to see or read. This can also be taken a step further with search results filter by reading level so you or your younger siblings or friends feel comfortable with what's in front of them. Let Google annotate the results with reading levels labeled, or choose to only show basic, intermediate, or advanced level content.

If you are looking for credible information—or your first taste of scholarly research—you can check out Google's academic offshoot, Google Scholar.17 Bonus tip: Explore with confidence by viewing content critically. Just because you see it online doesn't mean it's true.

Time-Zone Challenged

Time-Zone Challenged

If you have far-flung family and don’t want to wake them up in the middle of the night, you can find the local time anywhere in the world by typing "time" and a city's name into the search bar.

The Perfect Search

The Perfect Search

Let’s say the homework assignment requires you to use only one source of information. Enter your query, followed by the URL for the website (i.e., weaving site: ncca.gov.ph/) and hit enter. You'll see only results from that website.

Need help with weaving homework but getting search results for weaving for sale? Add a minus sign before "sale" to eliminate sale-related results.

Photo Magic

Photo Magic

Learning how to attribute photos is a critical research skill. With Google Reverse Image Search, you can upload any photo to Google Images and hit "search" to find the name of it, and a whole lot more.

Bonus tip: In Google's Chrome browser, you can just right-click on any image and select "search Google for this image." There's a Firefox addon, too.

Just for Fun

Just for Fun

If all you really need is a little distraction, go to Google and type in "tilt," browse the Google Doodle archives, or just tell Google to do a barrel roll. You won't be disappointed.”

If you want some more keyword tricks, check out the search techniques below.

Activity

What Matters In A Query?

Activity

Do the following and get the first link of the result:

1. Every word matters.

Try searching for [who], [the who], and [a who]

2. Order matters.

Try searching for [blue sky] and [sky blue]

3. Capitalization does not matter.

Try searching for [barack obama] and [Barack Obama]

4. Punctuation does not matter.

Try searching for [red, delicious% apple&] and [red delicious apple]

References

https://www.slideshare.net/angelicajoven1/contextualized-online-search-and-research-skills

References

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