Practice Exercises

NOTE: If not using this page in a class, print first so that you have the instructions as you proceed through the exercises.

1. Using the links for Yahoo, Google, and MetaCrawler to the left try the following search: (We'll be looking for toy poodle breeders)

  • Search for the word poodle (note the amount of hits you get)
  • Now Search for the words toy poodle (again note the amount of hits)
  • Now try searching by using "toy poodle" (check the hits - they should be going down)
  • Last try "toy poodle" +breeders
2. Using the library's webpage of Search Tools at
http://www.camden.lib.nj.us/web/websearch.htm

  • Try 2-3 Search tools from each category with a simple search on a word of your choice.
  • Find the help area for each one of the tools you choose and review how they work.
  • Keep your favorite from each category for a couple of weeks and use them exclusively when you search - I'll bet you'll be a happier web searcher