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Boolean Ops

The document introduces Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT) and their use in refining search results. It explains how these operators can narrow or expand search queries and provides examples for practical application. Additionally, it includes engagement activities and a task for users to create their own Boolean search queries.

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Boolean Ops

The document introduces Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT) and their use in refining search results. It explains how these operators can narrow or expand search queries and provides examples for practical application. Additionally, it includes engagement activities and a task for users to create their own Boolean search queries.

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Information Communication Technology

Introduction to
Boolean Operators
MR SMITH
Mastering Boolean Operators:
Refine Your Searches
Learning Objectives

Define Boolean Operators: AND, OR, NOT

Use Boolean Operators to refine your searches.

Recognize how Boolean Operators narrow or expand search


results.
ENGAGEMENT
ENGA GEMENT
Start Now
Guess
the
Search!
Search:
Dogs

What comes up ?
Search:
Small Dogs AND
Hypoallergenic
What comes up ?
RESULTS
Boolean Operator
Definitions
AND: Narrows results to include only items
with all specified terms.
OR: Broadens results to include items with
any of the specified terms.
NOT: Excludes specific terms from results.
Boolean Logic
Examples of Boolean Operators
Cats AND Dogs → Includes results with both terms.

Cats OR Dogs → Includes results with either term.

Cats NOT Dogs → Includes results about cats but excludes


dogs.
GROUP PRACTICE (EXPLORATION)

YOUR TURN: BOOLEAN PRACTICE

Task 1: Find recipes for pasta without tomatoes.


Task 2: Search for articles about space OR science.
Task 3: Research renewable energy AND solar panels.
EXIT TICKET (EVALUATION)

WRITE YOUR OWN BOOLEAN SEARCH QUERY.

Write a Boolean query for something you would search for


online. Use AND, OR, or NOT. Let’s see how creative you
can get!

Example: Find smartphones AND tablets NOT gaming


devices.

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