Written by a professor of computer science and a reference librarian, this guide covers basic browser usage, e-mail, and discussion groups; discusses such Internet staples as FTP and Usenet newsgroups; presents and compares numerous search engines; and includes models for acquiring, evaluating, and citing resources within the context of a research project. The emphasis of the book is on learning how to create search strategies and search expressions, how to evaluate information critically, and how to cite resources. All of these skills are presented as within the context of step-by-step activities designed to teach basic Internet research skills to the beginner and to hone the skills of the seasoned practitioner.

About the Author
Ernest Ackermann, Department Computer Science, Mary Washington College. Karen Hartman, Director, James Monroe Center Library, Mary Washington College.

Reviews

"This is a terrific introduction to the internet as a research tool." -- Library and Information Science Manual
"This is the best book for learning how to research on the Internet..." -- Journal of Government Information

Book Information
ISBN 9781579582890
Author Ernest Ackermann
Format Hardback
Page Count 448
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc
Weight(grams) 1140g