Smart Searching: Identify Your Information Needs & Find the Right Sources

1.1.39 Assess information needs and choose the best source to find information

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Instructor

Nikos Mandrekas

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What you'll learn

This video explains how to assess your information needs and choose the most appropriate sources to find reliable information online.
It guides learners in identifying the purpose and depth of their search, selecting relevant sources such as academic databases or institutional websites, and evaluating the credibility, authorship, and intent of the content they find.

Learning outcome

1.1.39 Assess information needs and choose the best source to find information

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