Learn advanced online search techniques based on Daniel Russell's book "The Joy of Search: A Google Insider's Guide to Going Beyond the Basics" and related concepts and approaches. Students will develop critical thinking skills and learn strategies for effective online research using their own interest or passion as the primary research topic in a fun, creative environment. Each class will include discussion on search-related concepts and techniques, in class practice with the techniques on a common topic, and a related homework assignment to research aspects of the student's selected interest.