Which sources of information are best for my needs? Which sources do I already have?
Where can I find those resources I don’t have?
How can I tell what are reliable sources of information?
What are the best search terms (Key Words) for me to use in my searches?
What are the best databases / search engines for me to use in my search?
Identify possible sources of information:
- people/ experts – telephone, Twitter, email,
- books
- DVDs
- databases/ search engines
Search Engines:
Sweet Search:
Boolean Searching Tips:
Keep a record of the different sources of information you have used. This table might be useful:
Sources | ||||
Primary | Secondary | |||
* Diaries *Photos * Newspapers | Title/ Type (book, web page, etc) | Year | Publisher | Country |
Year 6 Research Topics:
Food Wastage:
http://www.theglow.com.au/health/what-happens-to-the-leftover-food-on-masterchef/