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Why go beyond Google?

How to research on the Internet Google has become the world reference for internet searches. It is not uncommon to find graduate and even graduates who do not know how to do academic research correctly. Colleges and universities fail to teach students how to do reliable research on the Internet.…

The 6 Best Search Engines

The 6 Best Search Engines for Academic Research When you think about searching online, the first name that comes to mind is Google. However, when it comes to scientific or academic research, Google search engine does not serve your purpose, as its search results are not perfect or even adequate…

Down the Rabbit Hole

Embracing serendipity What do we gain embracing the accidental – well, nothing is accidental to start with. When researching: It is important to read nearly everything, or as much as you can find on your subject. But reading on your subject is NOT where you can find all you need.…

Online Search Tips

Online search tips Online search is often the starting point for researching, but search engines like Google are set up for everyday users and have a habit of promoting advertisers. Advanced online search tools are therefore a must. Here is Murray Dick´s advice on search (Murray Dick is a multimedia…