Neil P 18 Posted July 11, 2012 Powersearching with Google Power Searching with Google …a short course on becoming a great internet searcher Google Search makes it amazingly easy to find information. Come learn about the powerful advanced tools we provide to help you find just the right information when the stakes are high. Course Details Power Searching with Google is a free online, community-based course showcasing search techniques and how to use them to solve real, everyday problems. It features:[list] [*]Six 50-minute classes. [*]Closed captioned videos. [*]Interactive activities to practice new skills. [*]Opportunities to connect with others using Google Groups, Google+, and Hangouts on Air. [*]Upon passing the post-course assessment, a printable Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. Registration ends JULY 16 and the classes have already started! Yesterday, today and tomorrow are the first 3 classes. Then there's a "midterm", then the next 3 classes, then a "final". So far it's kinda basic stuff, but I've already learned a few things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
V.T. Eric Layton 6,457 Posted July 14, 2012 Ah... a tutorial provided by the devil on how to use the devil's tools to sell your soul to the devil more efficiently. MUAHAHAHA! Just kidding, Neil! Good post. I wonder if those tips work with other search engines also? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Temmu 1,931 Posted July 18, 2012 aw... i got here way too late... "Although you will no longer be able to earn a certificate, you'll still be able to view the videos and do the online activities on your own starting July 24, 2012." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neil P 18 Posted July 19, 2012 Well that's good. I imagine the certificate is going to be worthless anyway (although I'll still print it out!). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
