A Presentation on Effective Online Searching

How students can optimise their search.

1. Optimise your search - Make better use of Google – Google scholar, Google Books, Advanced search, Alerts Reputable websites Make better use of Publisher websites- alerts, tailored search Use Library catalogue / resources Utilise reputable free sources – Other Libraries, Access to Research Open Research databases

2. Utilise Online tools Chat GPT/image generators Your data using Visualisation tools Internet Archives to find lost material/ verify websites Keep track of sources using Reference Managers Notetaking apps

3. Beware of Traps/Pitfalls Identifying fake/predatory publishers Are your sources biased? Identifying scams eg Deep fakes Keep backups Keep on top of deadlines

4. Thank you for listening Any questions Optimise your search # Utilise Online tools # Beware of Traps/Pitfalls