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?

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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