Internet Browser & Search— Teacher's Notes
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Introduction

The Internet is like a gigantic library. It is much easier to find information on the Internet using a search engine. Search engines come in many different varieties.

Materials & Software

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer

Objectives

  • Search the Internet using a search engine
  • Use a topical search index
  • Use a meta search engine
  • Search past issues in a newspaper or magazine

Prerequisite Skills

  • Use an Internet browser

Time Allotted

One class period.

How to Begin (Directions & Procedures)

Topical Search

  1. In the website line type: www.yahoo.com.
  2. Pick a topic and follow it.

Web Search

  1. Use one of the following search engines.

Meta Search

  1. Use one of the following meta search engines.

Newspaper or Magazine Search

  1. Use one of the following newspapers.
  2.  

Resources

  • PC Magazine Search Helps
  • UtahLink Search Helps

 Extension Activities

  • Search the Internet for information about a hobby
  • Search the Internet for resource for a school paper

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