Get the Most out of Searching

There is a wealth of information online, but finding the right information when we need it can be a challenge. Learning and refining a few search techniques and principles that work for you can go a long way to making your online information-seeking easier, faster, and more accurate.
This page includes some recommended books from our catalogue, online tutorials and tools, and links to some of our digital resources, all of which are intended to help learners improve their online searching skills.
Useful Websites
Digital Library Resources
Recommended Titles
Power Searching the Internet the Librarian's Quick Guide
025.0425 H51p
2019
Search like a librarian! This guide is intended for librarians, but it has a wealth of tools, tips, and tricks for anyone looking to sharpen their searching skills.
The Joy of Search: A Google Insider's Guide to Going Beyond the Basics
004.67 R96j
2019
This is a highly recommended resource. This book is packed with useful tasks, tips, and tools to help users search more efficiently and get the most out of online tools like Google, Google Earth, and Wikipedia.
Finding Reliable Information Online: Adventures of An Information Sleuth
025.0425 S81f
2015
This book gives readers techniques and tips to help ensure the information they find from searching is reliable and accurate.