Please print this page and follow the step-by-step instructions in order to practice the essential skills from the Online Searching tutorial. Refer to the tutorial for specific instructions to aid you in completing this hands-on activity.

1. Use the "Search Strategies" section of the Online Searching tutorial to plan a search for an authoritative web page related to the subject matter of your online course.
2. Choose one of the search engines presented in the tutorial to start your search.
3. Narrow your search down to about five web pages.
4. Use the "Evaluating Materials" section of the tutorial to choose the most valid, authoritative web page from the ones left.
5. Write a short paragraph summarizing why you feel this web page is a good resource for your online course.
6. Add a formal citation to the paragraph using one of the two formats presented in the tutorial.
7. E-mail your paragraph and citation to your instructor. (Review the E-mail Basics tutorial if you need assistance.)