Conestoga College Workshop 2: Research Goals and Search Strategies

This Workshop 2 Worksheet focuses on articulating research goals, conducting internet research, and developing keyword search strategies related to language and communication effectiveness in academic settings. The student identifies the survey topic, the issue or opportunity from the SWOC analysis (students needing effective language and communication), and conducts internet searches using various search statements to explore the topic. The worksheet includes a research log documenting search terms and relevant sites, followed by an evaluation of two relevant websites, including paraphrasing key points and assessing source credibility. The student also creates a keyword search strategy chart and formulates search statements using operators to prepare for further research. The assignment aims to improve students' research skills by recording search terms, analyzing sources, and developing effective search strategies.