This
section provides tools for using Internet search engines
effectively. You can use it as a guide to develop or refine
your Internet research strategy.
It
covers when and why to use a search engine, how to select
focused and relevant search terms to pinpoint information,
and how to quickly sort through search engine results to
find the hidden treasure.
If
you are looking for pointers to specific web sites for activist
research, check out our recommended Web
Resources.
Using
Search Engines for Internet Research
Overview on when and how to use search engines
Research
& Language: Choosing Search Terms for Search Engines
How to use search terms to pinpoint the type of information
you need from movement and mainstream sources.
Criteria
for Evaluating Internet Documents
How to assess whether a document you find on the Internet
is reliable or relevant.