Search Terms & SIFT-Check Method

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What should you consider when crafting search terms for a search engine?

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You should consider using all relevant keywords, synonyms, and phrases that accurately represent your query.

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What is the first step of the SIFT-Check Method?

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The first step is 'Stop', which means to pause and think critically before engaging with information.

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What symbol is used to group terms together in a search?

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Quotation marks (" ") are used to group terms together in a search.

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Which of the following is NOT a Boolean operator: AND, OR, BUT?

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BUT is NOT a Boolean operator.

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True or False: Strong emotions help us make critical, rational, evidence-based decisions.

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False. Strong emotions can cloud judgment and hinder rational decision-making.

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What does the 'I' in the SIFT-Check Method stand for?

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The 'I' stands for 'Investigate the source'.

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What is a Boolean operator?

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A Boolean operator is a word used to connect and define the relationship between search terms, such as AND, OR, and NOT.

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How can quotation marks improve search results?

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Quotation marks ensure that the search engine looks for the exact phrase within the quotes, improving the relevance of the results.

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What is the purpose of the SIFT-Check Method?

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The SIFT-Check Method is designed to help individuals evaluate the credibility and reliability of information.

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What does the 'F' in the SIFT-Check Method stand for?

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The 'F' stands for 'Find trusted sources'.