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What is one effective way to begin using Wikipedia for a research project?
What is one effective way to begin using Wikipedia for a research project?
- Read every article thoroughly from start to finish.
- Ignore the list of facts provided below the images.
- Focus exclusively on the external links provided.
- Look through the Explore results and identify the article. (correct)
What should you prioritize reading when accessing a Wikipedia article?
What should you prioritize reading when accessing a Wikipedia article?
- The first few sentences and list of facts. (correct)
- The personal opinions of the contributors.
- The entire article to obtain in-depth knowledge.
- The citations in the references section.
How can clicking on keywords in a Wikipedia article benefit your research?
How can clicking on keywords in a Wikipedia article benefit your research?
- It allows you to discover additional relevant information and expand your research. (correct)
- It leads you to unrelated content that can distract from your topic.
- It requires you to verify facts before including them in your research.
- It helps you to reference external sites without gathering information.
What is a suggested method for narrowing your research focus?
What is a suggested method for narrowing your research focus?
Why is it important not to read everything when using Wikipedia?
Why is it important not to read everything when using Wikipedia?
What should you do first to create a new Google Document?
What should you do first to create a new Google Document?
Which heading category includes 'Education'?
Which heading category includes 'Education'?
What is the purpose of including a heading in a document outline?
What is the purpose of including a heading in a document outline?
What should you apply to headings for better visibility?
What should you apply to headings for better visibility?
Which element should be added after every heading in an outline?
Which element should be added after every heading in an outline?
What is the purpose of using multiple sources in a research project?
What is the purpose of using multiple sources in a research project?
What type of information does an encyclopedia provide?
What type of information does an encyclopedia provide?
Which keyboard shortcut is used to paste text without formatting in Google Docs?
Which keyboard shortcut is used to paste text without formatting in Google Docs?
What must you do to sign out of Google Drive after renaming a document?
What must you do to sign out of Google Drive after renaming a document?
What is recommended to help keep track of different sources of information?
What is recommended to help keep track of different sources of information?
What should be included at the end of the document outline?
What should be included at the end of the document outline?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested tip for effective online research?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested tip for effective online research?
What should you do after selecting a color for your citation in Google Docs?
What should you do after selecting a color for your citation in Google Docs?
What should you do when you see a list of keywords at the bottom of a Google search results page?
What should you do when you see a list of keywords at the bottom of a Google search results page?
What action should be taken when gathering facts from an encyclopedia?
What action should be taken when gathering facts from an encyclopedia?
When searching for information on Google, what is the recommended first step?
When searching for information on Google, what is the recommended first step?
Which action is suggested when using the Explore tool?
Which action is suggested when using the Explore tool?
What is the first step in narrowing down a research topic?
What is the first step in narrowing down a research topic?
Why is Wikipedia not recommended as the only source of information?
Why is Wikipedia not recommended as the only source of information?
What is the purpose of the fact cards mentioned in the content?
What is the purpose of the fact cards mentioned in the content?
What can the Explore tool in Google Docs help you find?
What can the Explore tool in Google Docs help you find?
What commonly used tool can help expand ideas during research?
What commonly used tool can help expand ideas during research?
What element is crucial for making information understandable for children?
What element is crucial for making information understandable for children?
Why should students be curious when using the Explore tool?
Why should students be curious when using the Explore tool?
What should you do if a web page fails the Trust Test?
What should you do if a web page fails the Trust Test?
Which domain indicates that the web page is likely a government source?
Which domain indicates that the web page is likely a government source?
What indicates that an author might not be trustworthy?
What indicates that an author might not be trustworthy?
What is the first step to take when skimming Google search results?
What is the first step to take when skimming Google search results?
Which of the following is a sign of a trustworthy source?
Which of the following is a sign of a trustworthy source?
What is an important aspect to consider about the website appearance?
What is an important aspect to consider about the website appearance?
What should you verify if a URL ends with .edu?
What should you verify if a URL ends with .edu?
When assessing a web page, which detail can indicate the author's transparency?
When assessing a web page, which detail can indicate the author's transparency?
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Study Notes
Fact Card Differences
- Pioneer 1 and Pioneer 2 functioned as early space exploration probes launched by NASA.
- Pioneer 1 was launched in 1958, while Pioneer 2 followed in 1959.
- Pioneer 1 intended to study cosmic rays and the Earth's magnetic field but failed to achieve its intended lunar orbit.
- Pioneer 2 aimed to gather similar data but was also unable to reach its planned orbit due to a launch vehicle failure.
- Both missions provided useful data despite their limitations in achieving mission objectives.
Fact Card Preferences
- Personal preference may vary based on interest in mission success versus scientific information gathered.
Using Online Tools for Research
- Google Docs has an Explore tool for discovering related facts and images for chosen topics.
- Wikipedia offers a starting point for research but should not be the sole source due to varying reliability.
Importance of Conciseness in Facts
- Kids need clear, concise information to enhance understanding without overwhelming detail.
- Key points should be immediately accessible and logically structured for easy comprehension.
Research Techniques
- Begin research with broad topics and gradually narrow down to specific questions of interest.
- Use keyword lists from Google Search for focused queries.
- Evaluate the reliability of sources by checking domain types (.gov, .edu, .org) and the credibility of information provided.
Gathering Facts from Encyclopedias
- Transfer relevant facts from online encyclopedias into a structured format in Google Docs.
- Utilize color coding to differentiate sources of information.
Effective Research Strategies
- Skim search results to identify useful information quickly.
- Apply a Trust Test to ensure the reliability of web pages chosen for research.
- Confirm factual data through cross-referencing with multiple trusted sources.
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