Course: Constructing a Keyword Search

	Constructing a Keyword Search This module is part of the Information Literacy package of courses created by the JISC Regional Support Centre of the Northwest. This module discusses how to construct a keyword search. At the end of the module you will be more aware of how to create an effective keyword search. Enjoy the module!

1	Why a whole Module on Constructing a Keyword Search? Well, how many times have you used a search engine such as Google, Altavista etc... and not found what you want? What is a Web Directory? Resource What is a Search Engine? Resource What is a Metasearch Engine? Resource

2	Tips for Keyword Searching Have a look at the "Tips for Keyword Searching" Learning Object below. Tips for Keyword Searching file

3	Test your knowledge Try our quiz below to test your new-found skills! Keyword Searching Quiz

4	Exercise Try the exercise below. Exercise Feedback Forum

5	What Next? Take a look at your Study Plan created in the Introduction to Information Literacy Module.

Constructing a Keyword Search