Welcome to your ESS level 2 page. 

Where do I start?

You will need to use a variety of resources to complete this assessment task. This includes both print resources (printed books, journals, articles) and digital resources (web searches, databases, online encyclopaedias). Print resources have already had their credentials checked when they go through the editing process so the information is all ready to be used. This makes them a useful tool in the search for information as you can use these resources without wondering if the information is actually correct!

CHECK YOUR SOURCES

Start by thinking about what you already know and think about some keywords you could use to search for more information. Wikipedia is good for getting an idea of what your subject is about BUT you will need to use other sites and books for your actual research. Wikipedia does not pass the CRAPP test but can provide useful references at the bottom of the page for further research. Used sensibly it can be a useful resource. Using a clustering search engine will elicit some good results so decide on your search keywords and use some of the tools/sites listed below.

---

GALE POWERSEARCH

GALE lets you access up-to-date full text articles and eBooks covering a huge range of subjects.
​​

From school, this database is Single Sign On. From home you will need to use our school login which is on our
HOME page.

SCIENCE

Use the Science database above. 

E.g. link

From school, this database is Single Sign On. From home you will need to use our school login which is on our
​HOME page.

JSTOR 

• A comprehensive digital library tailored to support the research needs of secondary school students. 
• Log in using via your school Google account and details

---

Use these tips for a fine-tuned search in Google:

• E.g.
  • meteorite and impact -wikipedia
  • meteorite and crater -wikipedia

​

• " "
  • putting quote marks " " around your words keeps them together in the search ​ e.g. "New Zealand"
• and
  • using and between words/ideas means that the engine will search for this AND that.
• -
  • using a minus symbol will remove anything from your search that you don't want. Clearing away the clutter can help you see what is there, which can be helpful.​

---

Have a look at these sites to get an idea of some of the places you can search:

• NASA Science - https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/meteors-meteorites/
• Natural History Museum - https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/types-of-meteorites.html
• Britannica - via EPIC Databases
• Australian Museum - https://australian.museum/learn/minerals/shaping-earth/meteors-and-meteorites/
• Museums Victoria - https://museumsvictoria.com.au/article/eleven-incredible-meteorites/ 
• TeAra Encyclopedia of New Zealand - https://teara.govt.nz/en/meteorites/print

---

Referencing using APA Style:

Use CiteThisForMe as your referencing tool. It uses a Chrome Extension.

​Click HERE for an exemplar Bibliography.

It includes format templates for:

• websites
• books
• journal articles
• visiting speakers

---

If you need any help, please ask Library Staff. It is what we are here for!