Emma 102: Internet Search Engines and Academic Research

This two-part course provides the tools you need to find the information you need on the Web more effectively. Learn advanced search feature of Internet search engines, how to evaluate and correctly cite online resources.

Course Materials

Part A: Using Advanced Search Features to Achieve Better Results

The Two Faces of Searching with Google

Guide to Boolean & Phrase Searches

Introduction to Citations for Online Resources

Part B: Evaluating Online Resources

Credibility on the Web

Borrowed Words

Note: Although citations for online resources are included in Emma 102A, the course is only a brief introduction. You are strongly encouraged to take Emma 103: Citations, Citations, Citations for an in-depth discussion of the different citation formats for any type of resource.