EMPOWERMENT

TECHNOLOGIES

FIRST SEMESTER
FIRST QUARTER
MODULE 2
Contextualized Online Search and Research
Skills

Locally Developed Self-Learning Material

Empowerment Technologies – Grade 11
Locally Developed Self-Learning Material
Quarter 1 – Lesson 3: Contextualized Online Search and Research Skills

Module Development Team

Writer: Joana Carla L. Alejo

Teacher II, NCNHS-SHS

Editors: Bien Levi Mendigorin

Special Science Teacher I, TSHS
Reynaldo Biag Jr.
Teacher I, BSHS

Reviewers: Jonathan F. Bada

EPS, EPP/TLE/TVL, SHS & GPP Focal Person
Orven O. Danugrao
PSDS, District I-A
Samson S. Buqueron
EPS/ OIC- School Administrator

Management Team:
Leilani S. Cunanan, CESO V
Schools Division Superintendent
Maylene M. Minimo, EdD, CESE
OIC- Assistant Schools Division Superintendent
Ariel C. Lansang
Chief, Curriculum Implementation Division
Jose C. Tala, EdD
EPS, Learning Resource Management System
Corazon B. Dumlao
PSDS, SHS Focal Person
 Quarter: First Quarter (Week 2)
Content: Contextualized Online Search and Research Skills

Name: ______________________________ Grade/ Section: _______________

School: ______________________________ Date: _______________________

WHAT I NEED TO KNOW

Learning Competencies found in MELCS

1. Use the Internet as tool for credible research and information gathering to best achieve specific objectives.
(CS_ICT11/12-ICTPT-Ia-b-3)

WHAT I KNOW

Directions: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.
1. What is the Boolean logic technique used for?
A. Narrowing, broadening, or eliminating a search term. B. Using a robot to do instant research.
C. Searching several search engines at the same time. D. Searching the infinite information from the internet.
2. https://commons.deped.gov.ph/user_guide is an example of?
A. Access code B. Directory C. Server D. URL
3. Which of the following is a search engine?
A. Microsoft Excel B. Windows 10 C. Yahoo D. Gmail
4. Which of the following is NOT an example of a domain?
A. .gov B. .com C. .npr D. .edu
5. What are the three Boolean logic search operators?
A. FROM, TO, WHOM B. AND, OR, BUT C. AND, OR, NOT D. SEARCH, KEYWORD, TEXT
6. Using this can help to find specific phrases involving more than one word.
A. hashtag # B. ampersand & C. asterisk * D. quotation marks “”
7. In analyzing web resources, information must be verified through another source and sources are listed for the facts.
A. accuracy B. objectivity C. Authority D. coverage
8. These are websites used for the retrieval of data, files, or documents from databases.
A. URL B. domain C. filename D. search engine
9. These can be used for wild cards in some search engines.
A. hashtag # B. ampersand & C. asterisk * D. quotation marks “”
10. It is the practice of using Internet information, especially free information on the World Wide Web.
A. research B. query C internet research D. search engine
 WHAT’S NEW

INTERNET RESEARCH is the practice of using Internet information, especially free information on the World Wide Web, in research.
It is:

• focused and purposeful (so not recreational browsing),

• uses Internet information or Internet-based resources (like internet discussion forum)

• tends towards the immediate (drawing answers from the information you can access without delay)
• and tends to access information without a purchase price. Internet research has had a profound impact on the way ideas
are formed and knowledge is created. Common applications of Internet research include personal research on a subject
(something mentioned on the news, a health problem, etc.), students doing research for academic projects and papers,
and journalists and other writers researching stories.

Why develop internet search skills?

✓ You find what you are looking for.
✓ You find it faster.
✓ Your search results are likely to be more accurate.
✓ You can access the information you might not get locally.
✓ You can search and access multiple types of media.

RESEARCH is a broad term. Here, it is used to mean "looking something up (on the Web)". It includes any activity where a topic is
identified, and an effort is made to actively gather information to further understanding. It may include some post-collection analysis
like a concern for quality or synthesis.

Searching the Web

There are billions of information on the web and it is a challenge for us to truly find which information is reliable and relevant.
Here are some tips you may use to be able to look for relevant and reliable sources:

Search Engines are websites used for the retrieval of data, files, or documents from databases. Some search engines we
use today are:
 URL or Uniform Resource Locator is a generic term for all types of names and addresses that refer to objects on the
world wide web. Knowing the URL endings will give you clues to who is sponsoring the website and help evaluate the sources.

Each URL component helps define the location of a Web page or resource:

• Protocol: Specifies the protocol the browser follows to request the file. The Web page protocol is http:// (the usual start to most
URLs).
• Domain: Points to the general Web site where the file resides. A domain may host a few files (like a personal Web site) or
millions of files.
• Path: Names the sequence of folders through which you must navigate to get to a specific file. For example, to get to a file in
the evangcentral folder that resides in the developer’s folder, you use the /developers/evangcentral/ path.
• Filename: Specifies which file in a directory path the browser accesses. The URL points to the Sun domain and offers a path
that leads to a specific file named bios.

POPULAR DOMAINS

Top-level Domains Country code top-level domains

.edu – educational institution .ph- Philippines

.org – non-profit organization .us- United States
.gov – government site .au- Australia
.com – commercial site .uk- United Kingdom
.net - network

WHAT IS IT

SEARCHING THE WEB

There are billions of pages of information on the World Wide Web and finding relevant and reliable information can be a
challenge. Search engines are powerful tools that index millions of websites. When entering a keyword into a search engine, you
will receive a list with the number of hits or results and links to the related sites. The number of hits you receive may vary a great
deal among different search engines. Some engines search only the titles of the websites, and others search the full text. Techniques
for using the different search tools vary.
Common commands for search engines include:
• Quotation Marks (“) Using quotation marks will help to find specific phrases involving more than one word. For example: "Martin
Luther King"
• Addition Sign (+) Adding a + sign before a word means that it MUST be included in each site listed. For example: + Florida +
taxes
• Subtraction Sign (-) Adding a - sign before a word means that it will NOT appear in the sites listed. For example + Washington
-DC
• Asterisks (*) Asterisks can be used for wild cards in some search engines. For example, Mexic* will look for Mexico, Mexican,
Mexicali, etc.
• Boolean Logic- narrows, broadens, or eliminates search terms.
o Boolean “or” – this operator will find pages that include either of the search terms. Ex. A or B
o Boolean “and” – this operator will retrieve only pages containing both terms Ex. A and B
o Boolean “not” – this operator will find pages that do not include search terms immediately following it. Ex. A not B
• Ampersand (@) is used to find social tags. Example: @KateDeleon
• Hashtag (#) is used to find popular hashtags. Example: #WalangPasok
These are some techniques in searching the Internet effectively and efficiently.
1. Vary your Search Engine. – The most widely used search engine is Google, but do not let it restrict you from using other search
engines such as yahoo, bing, etc.
2. Use Specific Keywords- Keywords are the terms that you use to find content on the internet. Making your keywords as specific
as possible will help your search engine to track down the information that you want.
3. Simplify your search terms- Some engines include stop words in their searches. These are frequently used words such as
prepositions (in, of, on), conjunctions (and, but), and articles (a, the), which mean that you'll end up with more pages in your search
results than you need.

So, it's usually best to eliminate stop words from your internet searches. The main exception is if you're looking for a specific title or
name that includes them.

Also, use the simplest form of the keywords that you're looking for, by avoiding plurals and verb forms with suffixes such as -ing, -s,
or -ed.

OTHER HIDDEN FEATURES IN USING GOOGLE SEARCH

A. Find the Hidden Calculator
If number crunching just isn't your thing—and you need an answer fast— Google's hidden calculator is a lifesaver. Head
straight to the search bar and type in the problem or equation you're looking to solve. You'll know you've gotten to the right place
when a gray, calculator-like tool pops up as the search result.

B. Definitions and More

Browsing the Merriam-Webster dictionary for hours might be a lost art, but broadening kids' vocabulary doesn't have to be.
Simply add the word "define" before a search term (for example, “define onomatopoeia”) to bring up the proper spelling, definition,
origin, and even fun tools like voice and translation options.
C. Time-Zone Challenged
If you have a far-flung family and don’t want to wake them up in the middle of the night, you can find the local time anywhere.

D. The Perfect Search

Let’s say the homework assignment requires you to use only one source of information. Enter your query, followed by the
URL for the website (i.e., weaving site: ncca.gov.ph/), and hit enter. You'll see only results from that website.

E. Photo Magic
Learning how to attribute photos is a critical research skill. With Google Reverse Image Search, you can upload any photo
to Google Images and hit "search" to find the name of it, and a whole lot more.

ANALYZING WEB RESOURCES

Answer the following questions to evaluate web resources.
✓ Accuracy Are sources listed for the facts? Can information be verified through another source? Has the site been edited
for grammar, spelling, etc.?
✓ Authority Is the publisher reputable? Is the sponsorship clear? Is a phone number or postal address available? Is there a
link to the sponsoring organization? Is the author qualified to write on this topic?
✓ Objectivity Does the sponsor have commercial interests? Is advertising included on the page? Are there obvious biases?
✓ Currency Is a publication date indicated? Is there a date for the last update? Is the topic one that does not change
frequently?
✓ Coverage Are the topics covered in depth? Does the content appear to be complete?

WHAT I CAN DO

ACTIVITY: EVALUATING WEBSITES

Directions:
1. Using the Internet, research on topics under CoVid-19 in the Philippines.
2. Read through the checklist and answer each question on a sheet of paper.
3. Attach a printout of the website you are evaluating and paste in your answer sheet:

Print out/ Screenshot of a website

1. What is the URL or web address of the website you are evaluating?
__________________________________________________________________________________

2. What is the title of the web site?

__________________________________________________________________________________
3. Who is the author of the website?

I couldn’t tell

The author is: _______________________________________

4. What authorship clues did the URL (web address) provide?

Check all that apply:

company (.com) country-specific site (e.g., .uk)

non-profit organization (.org) military site (.mil)
academic institution (.edu) network of computer (.net)
a government agency (.gov) other? Please describe:
personal web page (e.g., www.charliecraus.com)

5. What is the purpose of the web page or site? Check all that apply.

Balanced, objective, or factual information

Biased, subjective, or opinionated statements
Are the arguments well supported? ____ Yes ____ No
Both objective and subjective information
I couldn’t tell
Other – please explain __________________________

6. Does the website provide any contact information or means of communicating with the author or webmaster?

____ Yes _____ No

7. When was the website last revised, modified, or updated?

I couldn’t tell
It was updated on: __________________________

8. Is the site well maintained?

I couldn’t tell
Yes
No

File: Evaluating Websites: A Checklist University of Maryland Libraries * T&L * 2/2014

 ASSESSMENT

Directions: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper
or in your notebook.

1. What happens when a phrase or sentence is placed inside quotation marks when doing research?
A. Will only return items that have both terms. B. Will search for words that are together and in order
C. Will return items that exclude a term D. Will return items that have either of the terms

2. What is a URL?
A. A computer software program B. An acronym for Unlimited Resources for Learning
C. The address of a document or "page" on the World Wide Web D. A search engine

3. What are the three main search expressions, or operators, recognized by Boolean logic?
A. and, or, not B. and, or, but C. from, to, whom D. search, keyword, text

4. How do you evaluate a web page?

A. You confirm that the author or site is an authority on the subject. B. You check to see if the author has been objective. C. You
check to see if the information is current. D. You do as many of the above as possible.

5. An article that only presents one point of view or omits facts is biased.
A. True B. False

6. The following are techniques in searching the Internet effectively and efficiently except::
A. Simplifying search terms B. Typing the whole sentence
C. Varying the search engine D. Using specific keywords

7. In analyzing web resources, currency means the price of the content you are viewing.
A. True B. False

8. This Boolean operator will retrieve only pages containing both terms.
A. OR B. NOT C. AND D. BUT

9. It is the practice of using Internet information, especially free information on the World Wide Web.
A. research B. query C internet research D. search engine
10.Which of the following is not an example of a domain?
A. .bc B. .edu C. .org D. .au

REFERENCES

Bromwich, David (2019-03-21). "How Words Make Things Happen". doi:10.1093/oso/9780199672790.001.0001. ISBN
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Empowerment Technology for Senior High School Alternative Delivery Mode Quarter 1 – Module 1: ICT in the Context of Global
Communication First Edition, 2019
Empowerment Technologies Student Reader First Edition 2016

https://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Education/e-Learning/internet-research-skills.pdf
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ANSWER KEY

WHAT I KNOW WHAT I CAN DO ASSESSMENT

1. A 6. D ACTIVITY 1. B 6. B
2. D 7. A ANSWERS MAY VARY. 2. C 7. B
3. C 8. D 3. A 8. C
4. C 9. C 4. D 9. C
5. C 10. C 5. A 10. A