12 Questions
What characterizes Primary Sources?
They are firsthand materials
Which of the following is an example of a Primary Source?
Diary
What makes Secondary Sources different from Primary Sources?
They have undergone editing and interpretation
Which of the following is NOT a Tertiary Source?
Research article
Where would you most likely find a collection of primary and secondary sources?
Library
Which of the following is considered a Non-Print format for information sources?
Microfilm
What is the main focus of Indigenous Media?
Preserving cultural heritage
Which type of library is specifically mentioned in the text?
Legislative Libraries
What does the 'Reliability of Information' depend on?
If the information can be verified and evaluated
What is a characteristic of information that is considered valuable?
It aids the user in decision-making
What does the timeliness of information refer to?
How outdated the information is
What is the main advantage of obtaining information on the internet?
Ease of access
Study Notes
Types of Information Sources
- Primary Sources: original, uninterpreted, or first-hand material created by individuals directly involved in an event or activity
- Examples: speeches, autobiographies, personal letters, photos, diaries, manuscripts
- Interviews can become primary sources when the interviewee shares direct knowledge about a topic
- Secondary Sources: provide information obtained through primary sources, edited and interpreted
- Examples: scholarly books, articles, encyclopedias, research articles, dictionaries, histories, commentaries, magazine and newspaper articles
- Tertiary Sources: summaries and collections of primary and secondary sources
- Not always considered acceptable for academic research, only provide overviews of original references
Formats of Information Sources
- Print: books, periodicals, newspapers, magazines, dictionaries, encyclopedias, gov't docs, records
- Non-Print: audio, video, audio-video, microform, photographs, microfilm, reports, digital documents, journals, other digital formats
Where to Find Information Sources
- Library: a building or room containing a collection of materials, provides access to information, ideas, and works of imagination
- Types of libraries: national, school, public, legislative, private
- Internet: a global network of computers allowing users to share information
- Easy to obtain information, but difficult to verify accuracy
- Indigenous Media: conceptualized, produced, and circulated by indigenous people for cultural preservation, cultural and artistic expression
- Examples: folklore, folk music, dances, and indigenous arts
Factors to Consider in Choosing Media and Information Sources
- Reliability of Information: can be verified and evaluated
- Accuracy of Information: closeness of the report to actual data
- Value of Information: aids the user in making or improving decisions
- Authority of the Source: sources with established expertise on the subject matter
- Timeliness: reliability, accuracy, and value of information may vary based on the time it was produced or acquired
Learn about the differences between primary and secondary sources of information. Explore examples of primary sources such as speeches, diaries, and personal letters, as well as secondary sources which provide information obtained through multiple primary sources.
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