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When that doesn't work...

Finding what you need

Start by breaking your question down into key words. Try this worksheet in Word.

Use a specialist search tool (find one here)

"Wh" questions

 Who, what, when, where, how

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General topic

 One or two key words

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Specific topic

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Lots of terms (Boolean search)

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Ask Scott

 AskScott offers support in selecting the appropriate search tool for your needs. This site includes an extensive Web Search Tutorial. and a quiz to test your knowledge. The summary page, GreatScott, is an excellent resource once you understand the approach Scott takes.
 

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