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Google
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Grade
5th - 12th
Subjects
21 Century Skills
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Resource Type
Printables & Templates
Audience
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Duration
15 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
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Anatomy of a Search

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How does Google work? That is the question answered by this printable. The four steps (search, analyze, evaluate, and rank) are detailed. A great way to launch a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of this research tool.

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google search, classroom support

Pros

  • The explanations of the functions of the four steps are concise
  • Includes images of the pages

Cons

  • The template does not explain how Advanced Search works
  • Be sure to point out the limitations of the search engine as well

 

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