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How to Evaluate SourcesWorld Geography
1. Primary - any item, person, or thing that was present or created during the time that is being studied.
2.3. Secondary - a source that was
created based on the original source
Types of Sources
Is your information current?
Copyright & Publishing Date
Do they have any authority in the subject?
Author Credentials
Who was it made for?Is it appropriate for you?
Cascadia link
Audience and Purpose
Do they cite their sources? Are those sources credible?
Compare information with other sites and your own background knowledge. Do their facts match up with other sources?
Fact and Sources Check
Expression of Opinion● Does the amount take away from the facts?
Bias
1. Persuasive or “loaded” language2. Misquoting a source3. Flawed research4. Using selective facts and/or stretching
the facts
How to Spot Bias
When you use another person’s words, ideas, or product and do not give them credit.
1. use quotes2. use parentheticals to give the author credit ()
- go at the end of a paragraph3. Works cited page
Plagiarism