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Online CPD Course

Online Research Skills

Develop practical research skills to locate, evaluate and use reliable online information effectively and responsibly.

1 course 4 CPD hours 365 days access Verifiable certificate
Course Price
£19.99
Curriculum

Course Details

CPD212-IAA-005

Online Research Skills

240 minutes 4 CPD hours Introductory English 80% pass mark
Course Description
This professional online CPD course introduces learners to online research skills. It covers search techniques, search engines, advanced search operators, evaluating sources, verifying information, avoiding misinformation, organising research findings, referencing sources and ethical use of online information. Learners will understand how to conduct efficient and reliable online research for workplace and educational purposes.
Learning Outcomes
  • Explain the principles of effective online research.
  • Use search engines and advanced search techniques efficiently.
  • Evaluate the reliability and credibility of online information.
  • Recognise misinformation and unreliable digital sources.
  • Organise and reference research findings appropriately.
  • Apply ethical and responsible use of online information.
  • Successfully complete the end-of-course knowledge assessment.
Study online Access course materials through your secure learner account and continue from your recorded progress.
Complete the assessment Your final score and completion result are retained within your learning record.
Record your achievement Successful completion is added to your CPD transcript with access to a verifiable certificate.