#techhrd finding sources

This is probably not the preferred method but I have been very successful in the past using this technique. Whenever I have a subject or topic I am researching the first thing I do is start searching the web using terms or titles. Such as automotive restoration, air brushing techniques, classic auto parts. As you go forward you can change the wording to be more specific and narrow the gap. This usually gives me several sites in which to explore. Within 5 to 10 reads I usually am able to reduce these to specific areas of interest. As I explore these I have been able to locate blog sights with detailed information ,either step by step or via a video presentation.  I save these so I can refer back to them frequently as needed. Printing of the information is also helpful as I try and duplicate a process or technique.
I used this method when I learned how to oil paint, restore two vehicles, learn air brushing or repair things around the house. The blog sights I have found not only contain valuable information for the process but if I have needed parts they have lead me to parts houses or distributors where I can find these items.
Just recently this technique also worked when I was trying to find a way to better teach psycho metrics to my HVAC/R class that was less confusing than represented in a text. Hesitant at first I followed through with this delivery technique and had a much better outcome of understanding and with the  incorporation of hands on activities succeeded where I felt I was failing previously.

PLN`s

PLN I had no clue at first what a PLN was but it makes sense after reading the information. I have searched the internet in the past prior to this to pick up chords or words to songs to practice them if I was interested in a particular song. A PLN would be useful in this instance to connect with sites or people to enhance your interest or gain knowledge with like minded people to find out the easiest format in which to practice a song or to become more proficient at playing it. I can also see the value in business related fields in order to share ideas or thoughts for the betterment of the overall understanding of those involved in contributing to the process. In most applications I have been or could be classified as a lurker. I come and go picking up bits and pieces of information I find useful that I can implement in my everyday activities in areas of interest to me.

Hi everyone, this is my first time ever at this. I honestly do not know how this will all work out, but I am hoping to become more familiar and proficient at connecting and exchanging the required information that we will be expected to deliver with a minimal amount of frustration.