ES 2013: Introduction to Environmental Systems I (Young)

Using Google

Yes, it IS okay to use Google! Google is a powerful search engine that makes finding information very easy. However, you should always be mindful of where your information is coming from, who produced the information, and how old the information is.

The UTSA Libraries have produced some quick modules to help you hone your Google searching skills:

UTSA Libraries Advanced Google Searching Tutorial
Go beyond the simple Google search and become a Google Power User! After completing this tutorial, you should be able to: apply general and Google-specific tips to your search strategy; choose search operators, Advanced Search, and specialized Google tools to find better results; and recognize how Google works.
UTSA Libraries Evaluating Information Tutorial
After finishing this module you should be able to evaluate sources using the CRAAP test to understand what is Current, Relevant, Authoritative, Accurate, Purposeful.

For your project, it's particularly useful to add site:.gov to your Google search to limit the information you find to material produced by federal and state government agencies. Use this search box to get started with your Google search:

ES 2013: Introduction to Environmental Systems I (Young)

Using Google

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