Why it matters...
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This brief video gives an overview of ways to distinguish between popular magazines & scholarly journals -- and why it matters.
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Popular vs. Scholarly
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An important step in evaluating a resource is determining if it is considered scholarly. This distinction will need to be made for books, as well as articles. The online handout Popular or Scholarly? covers the content from the Scholarly vs. Popular Tutorial. If you find that you are still having difficulty, ask your professor or consult with a librarian. |
Evaluating Sources
Finding information & sources generally isn't a problem for students -- finding quality, reliable sources tends to be more of a challenge.
It's important for you to take the time to evaluate the sources you discover in the course of your research.
The C.R.A.P. Test is one way of evaluating information, by focusing on the Currency, Relevance, Authority & Purpose or Point-of-View.
Evaluating Sources
Finding information & sources generally isn't a problem for students -- finding quality, reliable sources tends to be more of a challenge.
It's important for you to take the time to evaluate the sources you discover in the course of your research.
The C.A.R.P. Test is one way of evaluating information, by focusing on the Currency, Relevance, Authority & Purpose or Point-of-View.
Some thoughts on Wikipedia
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Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia, has made finding background information incredibly easy. But if you are planning to use it as a key resource for your research beware: |
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