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Searching on the Web

Basic Searching Strategy:  How to start a web search!

Searching Tips

•     Using Boolean Operators

•     Common Searching Errors

•     Search Engines

•         What is a Search Engine?

•         How do Search Engines Work?

•         Types of Search Engines

•         Directories

•             Multiple Search Engines

•             Educational Search Engines

•      Search for Curriculum Appropriate Sites

•             Curriculum Hot Spots