For today, we evaluated the effectiveness and efficiency of using Google. Google is the most iconic search in the 21st century, the term 'Googled' being used in countless movies, for example YesMan or Hitch. It is easy to understand its popularity though. It has the most extensive sites under its belt, easily searching for millions of related sites in one click, often under 2 seconds. It also provides accessible buttons for finding specific images, news or even videos! As such, I was very impressed by google's search functions and features.
I feel anxious participating in the discussion forum. This is because I am not very sure who will read and reply or criticize my posts. However, it is definitely helpful as the research will not only be contributed by one person, but several. Others might post data critical that I might have missed out. It makes research less objective and more whole.
The citation and bibliography must be included in any report to acknowledge where the information came from. Imagine if others used your research without even mentioning your name? That must be horrible. Fortunately, I have previously learnt the APA Citation Style in my previous year and am familiar with it. Citations and bibliography also serve to inform readers where you sourced your information from, so that readers can judge for themselves whether the source is credible.
Knowing how to use Google and Wikis are crucial in obtaining valuable wealths of information through the Internet. Knowing proper citation techniques would also be equivalently critical to make sure that one does not plagarise. It was indeed an enriching experience to be able to explore these platforms during EIR lesson.
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