Welcome to the module, Searching for Information. In this module you will learn how to: 
Words in purple have definitions attached to them. Hover your mouse over them and the definitions will appear. A 'Glossary' at the end of the module also provides definitions to all the highlighted words.
- Analyse a topic and develop a search strategy to find relevant information.
- Identify the principle search tools used in academic study.
- Use search techniques to effectively find information using these search tools.
Words in purple have definitions attached to them. Hover your mouse over them and the definitions will appear. A 'Glossary' at the end of the module also provides definitions to all the highlighted words.
The most common reason students search for information is for an assignment. The following assignment topic is used as an example in this module:
Write a 1500 word essay on:
What is the impact of fast food advertising on childhood obesity?
What is the impact of fast food advertising on childhood obesity?
