This link opens in a new windowThese "smart searching" strategies can be used when searching almost any library database. These strategies work on Google too!
Another great "smart Google" strategy: Site limiting. For example:
"self-driving cars" site:.edu -- to limit to only educational sites. Also consider site:.gov
"virtual reality" site:.techcrunch.com -- to limit only to TechCrunch
Choose a cutting-edge technology.
Research: What is it? What does it do? How is it used (now or anticipated future uses)?
How does it connect to the issues discussed in your textbook -- in other words, what kind of technology is it and how do you know? (hardware, software, cloud, electronic commerce...)
Personal perspective: How might this tool be useful to you as a student? As a future employee?
Be aware that the library has multiple video cameras that you can check out and use for recording your video -- higher-quality than your phone camera!
Be as specific as possible in your choice of technology. Not "smart phone apps" -- choose a specific app. Not "virtual reality" -- choose a specific headset, or a Pokemon Go app, or a tool for redecorating your house.... etc.
This will make your research much easier!
