Internet
Web site Evaluation
| Subject Directories |
MetaSearch
Tools | Search Engines
| Other Internet Sites
Internet Use
The
Nevada Community Schools has an acceptable use policy that must be read
and signed by both the student and the parent (or guardian) before the
student can use the Internet at school. Students need to have their
Internet passes by the computer when they are using the Internet.
Internet use is for educational
purposes and if a student is violating the acceptable use policy their
internet privilges may be revoked. Students do not have e-mail accounts
at school.
Use these questions to evaluate
the Web Site you are using.
Search Engines and Directories
Search engines are one way to
locate information on the Internet. Listed below are links to some
of the most often used search engines.
The
Spider's Apprentice
A helpful guide to Web Search Engines
The
Search is Over
An article from "PC Computing on various search engines with search tips
and comparrisons.
Subject Directories
Use these when you want a
broad overview of a topic:
MetaSearch Tools
Use these when you are doing
simple searches with a single term or simple phrase:
Search Engines
Use these when you are doing
a pinpointed or specific search:
Remember to use the enhanced
or advanced searching features.
Other Internet
Sites
Listed below are some general
links that students can use to help them locate information for classroom
projects.
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Last updated 05/06/2004