The first step is to make sure you understand the question. If there is more than one topic? You need to identify the main concepts or keywords in your assignment topic/question to help you design your search strategy.
Spend some time thinking about the keywords that best describe your topic. Consider things such as:
While it is possible to type a whole question into Google and Ask.com, it is not an effective way to search databases or the library catalog.
For more information on Keywords, look at the LINKS Tutorial - Module 2.
Developing a good search strategy involves the following steps:
ASSIGNMENT:
In your own words, you will explain what is meant by the term “The Digital Divide.” Based upon your research, you will then choose a specific group of people who are adversely impacted by this “divide” and explain at least two ongoing projects that aim to bridge this gap. How effective do you think these attempts are? Explain your answer.
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| digital divide |
developing countries |
bridge the gap | |||
| inequality |
rural women/children (african americans, latinos) |
close the gap | |||
| disparity |
low socio-economic areas (immigrants) |
effective project |
Socioeconomic, Race/Ethnicity, Gender, Age, Geography (Rural/Urban), Geography (International), Disability