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Search using the Internet |
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As an educator there will be times when you need to do research for educational projects and learning experiences. Using Microsoft Internet Explorer is a useful way to find information on the Internet. |
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Search for your own information - one which you will find useful. Alternatively, follow this example. To do so you would typically work through the following steps: |
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| 1 | Start Internet Explorer: Before you start Internet Explorer make sure that you are connected to the Internet - you may need to contact your computer coordinator to do this. | How to start Internet Explorer |
| 2 | Browse to a web site: We recommend that you use Google when looking for information. | How to use Google |
| 3 | Search for information: Think of a topic that you will be teaching in the next few weeks and follow the tips sheets to find information about it. | How to use Google |
| 4 | Navigating websites: Once you have found the most appropriate Web site, use the tip sheet to help you navigate around the site (this is also known as browsing or surfing). | How to navigate on a specific website |
| 5 | Evaluate the web site resource: It is a good idea to ask yourself a few basic questions in order to ensure that the information that you are about to use is credible. | How to evaluate a web site |
| 6 | Save information from a web site: It is preferable to read the information you found on the website after you have disconnected from the Internet . | How to save information from the Internet |
| 7 | Use information selectively: Observe copyright and fair use guidelines when using information form other sources | Copyright guidelines |
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