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08.2 Search History Results: Self-Analysis II

Review the critical thinking process for deep searching and careful evaluating:

What characteristics, concepts, and formats were you looking for? Diagram of the problem solving process. It is a circular representation of the process explained on this page.
When did you need the information? (How long could you spend looking?)
Where was the most likely location in which to find this information? (Did you search invisible web sites deeply?)
How did you search? (What tools did you use? What options were the most helpful?)
Why did your search return the results you received? (Is this what you wanted? What clues were revealed to help you structure your search more efficiently?)

What did you do Next? (Were you finished? If not, how did you refine your search and try again?)

traffic light with green light lit Examine the record of your second search from 08.1 Building the Project Search History.

cartoon speech bubble On the 08.4 discussion Forum, post your answer to the following questions.

What key search and evaluation decisions did you make and how did they affect the outcome of your search?