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What does the term 'URL' refer to in the context of web addresses?
What does the term 'URL' refer to in the context of web addresses?
- Only the path to a website
- A specific type of domain
- The security protocol of a website
- A generic term for web names and addresses (correct)
Which of the following top-level domains indicates an educational institution?
Which of the following top-level domains indicates an educational institution?
- .gov
- .com
- .org
- .edu (correct)
How would you retrieve pages containing both search terms A and B using Boolean logic?
How would you retrieve pages containing both search terms A and B using Boolean logic?
- A or B
- A + B
- A and B (correct)
- A not B
What symbol is used to indicate that a word must be included in the search results?
What symbol is used to indicate that a word must be included in the search results?
What type of searching is used to find exact phrases or proper names?
What type of searching is used to find exact phrases or proper names?
Which of the following commands can be used to exclude a word from search results?
Which of the following commands can be used to exclude a word from search results?
What is the function of using 'filetype' in a search query?
What is the function of using 'filetype' in a search query?
What does the hashtag symbol (#) help to find?
What does the hashtag symbol (#) help to find?
What aspect of website evaluation involves checking the date the information was last revised?
What aspect of website evaluation involves checking the date the information was last revised?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration when evaluating a website for objectivity?
Which of the following is NOT a consideration when evaluating a website for objectivity?
What does accuracy in website evaluation primarily refer to?
What does accuracy in website evaluation primarily refer to?
Which question is relevant when assessing the accuracy of a website?
Which question is relevant when assessing the accuracy of a website?
Which of the following indicates potential bias in a website?
Which of the following indicates potential bias in a website?
What type of website content is NOT evaluated for objectivity?
What type of website content is NOT evaluated for objectivity?
Which of the following is essential for verifying a website's accuracy?
Which of the following is essential for verifying a website's accuracy?
What should you check to determine if a website is current?
What should you check to determine if a website is current?
What is a common purpose of a personal web page?
What is a common purpose of a personal web page?
Which domain is typically associated with academic institutions?
Which domain is typically associated with academic institutions?
What type of information does a site that provides balanced, objective content typically offer?
What type of information does a site that provides balanced, objective content typically offer?
What indicates that a website is likely well maintained?
What indicates that a website is likely well maintained?
Which statement is true about how quotation marks are used in research?
Which statement is true about how quotation marks are used in research?
What is commonly true of government agency websites?
What is commonly true of government agency websites?
Which of these goals aligns with the purpose of a forum for ideas and opinions?
Which of these goals aligns with the purpose of a forum for ideas and opinions?
What can indicate the currency of a website's information?
What can indicate the currency of a website's information?
What does authority in evaluating a website primarily refer to?
What does authority in evaluating a website primarily refer to?
Which aspect does purpose in website evaluation NOT typically consider?
Which aspect does purpose in website evaluation NOT typically consider?
When examining coverage, what is an important consideration?
When examining coverage, what is an important consideration?
Which statement about currency in website evaluation is true?
Which statement about currency in website evaluation is true?
What should be checked to evaluate a website's authority?
What should be checked to evaluate a website's authority?
Which of the following would NOT be part of evaluating a website's coverage?
Which of the following would NOT be part of evaluating a website's coverage?
What should you look for to determine a website's purpose?
What should you look for to determine a website's purpose?
What does not contribute to evaluating a website for authority?
What does not contribute to evaluating a website for authority?
What is the primary purpose of the module on Effective Internet Research?
What is the primary purpose of the module on Effective Internet Research?
Which skill is specifically emphasized in the learning competencies?
Which skill is specifically emphasized in the learning competencies?
What is identified as the biggest obstacle for researchers using the internet?
What is identified as the biggest obstacle for researchers using the internet?
What does the module suggest about web-based catalogs?
What does the module suggest about web-based catalogs?
What can be inferred about the nature of learning in this module?
What can be inferred about the nature of learning in this module?
What is the significance of Effective Internet Research as stated in the module?
What is the significance of Effective Internet Research as stated in the module?
Which of the following should not be considered when judging the credibility of sources?
Which of the following should not be considered when judging the credibility of sources?
Which practice is recommended for effective research on the internet?
Which practice is recommended for effective research on the internet?
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Study Notes
Understanding URLs
- A URL is a generic term for names and addresses that identify objects on the web.
- Knowledge of URL endings helps ascertain the sponsor of a website and evaluate its source credibility.
Components of a URL
- Protocol: Defines the method of communication (e.g., HTTP, HTTPS).
- Subdomain: A subsection of a larger domain (e.g., blog.example.com).
- Domain: The primary name of the website (e.g., example.com).
- Top-Level Domain (TLD): Indicates the domain category (e.g., .com, .edu, .gov).
- Folder/Paths: Directories within a site (e.g., example.com/path/).
- Page: Specific content (e.g., example.com/path/page.html).
- Named Anchor: A link to a specific section on a webpage.
Common Domains
- TLD Examples:
- .edu – Educational institutions
- .org – Non-profit organizations
- .gov – Government sites
- .com – Commercial enterprises
- Country code TLDs:
- .ph – Philippines
- .uk – United Kingdom
- .au – Australia
Search Techniques
- Boolean Logic: Used to refine searches.
- OR: Includes pages with either term (e.g., A or B).
- AND: Retrieves pages with both terms (e.g., A and B).
- NOT: Excludes pages containing the specified term (e.g., A not B).
- Phrase Searching: Encloses phrases in quotes for exact matches (e.g., "Jane Doe").
- Plus (+) Operator: Requires the following word in search results (e.g., +fire).
- Minus (−) Operator: Excludes a specified word (e.g., Jaguar speed -car).
- Ampersand (@): Searches for social media tags (e.g., @SteveJobs).
- Hashtag (#): Finds popular hashtags (e.g., #LawOfClassroom).
- Filetype: Limits search to specific document types (e.g., filetype:pdf).
- Site Search: Retrieves information from a specific website (e.g., site: NationalGeographic.com).
Evaluating Websites
- Authority: Identifies the qualifications of the author or organization.
- Look for clear authorship, contact info, and credentials.
- Purpose: Understand the intent behind the website's content.
- Assess if it's to inform, persuade, or entertain, and check if the audience is targeted.
- Coverage: Evaluate the depth and comprehensiveness of content.
- Compare the information with similar sites and the number of relevant links provided.
- Currency: Check how up-to-date the information is and how frequently the site is maintained.
- Objectivity: Determine biases presented in the information.
- Analyze whether the content sways opinions or presents facts.
- Accuracy: Validate the reliability and credibility of the information.
- Check for proper references, grammatical correctness, and author affiliations.
Importance of Website Evaluation
- Mastering website evaluation skills is crucial for effective research.
- Helps in discerning reliable sources from misinformation and fake news.
- Promotes critical thinking and informed decision-making when gathering information online.
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