Researching at a distance is a skill that must be learned early. This skill is so important because most resources can be found at a distance without going to a library. However, the problem is to develop effective search techniques using the different search tools to find what you want on the web. At last count there are over a billion pages on the web, the best search techniques will save you time and filter out irrelevant information.

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

• Search the web
• Find electronic journals
• Retrieve materials from the library at a distance
• Research books and make purchases at online bookstores
• Participate in a BLOG
• Create a Wiki