Evaluating Sources PDF

LET’S WORK AND LEARN While, there is a wealth of information found in various sources electronically or non-electronically, you should also keep in mind that not all of these pieces of information are accurate, relevant or useful, and valid credible. Hence, it is very important to...

LET’S WORK AND LEARN While, there is a wealth of information found in various sources electronically or non-electronically, you should also keep in mind that not all of these pieces of information are accurate, relevant or useful, and valid credible. Hence, it is very important to evaluate sources of information that you plan to include in your writing, specifically in academic writing. EVALUATING SOURCES OBJECTIVES: Identify the features of valid sources; Determine the purpose for evaluating sources; Identify difficulties in locating and evaluating sources; Identify sources that are acceptable in academic writing; and Locate sources effectively WHY EVALUATING SOURCES IS IMPORTANT? WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF EVALUATING SOURCES? HOW TO EVALUATE SOURCES?  CRITERIA IN EVALUATING SOURCES Relevance of the source to the research topic Authority/Author’s Qualification Currency/Date of Publication Content/Accuracy of Information Location of Sources Relevance of the Source to the Research Topic HOW WELL DOES THE SOURCE SUPPORT YOUR TOPIC? Check the title, table of contents, summary or headings of the text to have a sense of its content. *Which of the following sources would you pick if you are doing a research on the Law of Supply and Demand? a. An Introduction to Theories on Economics b. How to invest and get rich c. 105 habits of Highly effective businessman 2. Improving One’s Proper Enunciation a. Speech Communication b. Reading and Writing c. English for Specific and Professional Purposes Situation: A student is researching the effects of climate change on polar bears and comes across three articles about the topic. Article A is titled "Polar Bears Are Doomed: Climate Change is Wiping Out Their Habitat" and claims that polar bears will be extinct in 20 years due to climate change. Article B is titled "The Impact of Climate Change on Polar Bears: A Review of the Current State of Knowledge" and provides a comprehensive overview of the current research on the topic, including data on polar bear populations and habitatCchanges Article is titled "Polar Bears are Awesome: Why We Need to Protect Their Habitat" and is a blog post written by a wildlife enthusiast that provides some general information about polar bears and their habitats, but lacks any specific data or Question: Which article is most relevant to the student's research topic? A.) Article A, because it provides a clear and dramatic warning about the impact of climate change on polar bears. B) Article B, because it provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on the topic. C) Article C, because it provides some general information about polar bears and their habitats. D) None of the above, because all articles are equally relevant. Answer: B Authority/Author’s Qualification Author’s name is identified? Author’s background, education/training related to the topic? What are his/her publications? Is the contact information of the author available? *Which of the following texts would you use for a research regarding the Holocaust? a. Dark shadows of the Past: A Comparative Study on the Holocaust and the Death March by Mau Guevarra Ph.D. in History b. Analyzing Nazism and Extremist Supremacy by Adolf Mussolini, RMD Situation: A student is researching the effects of social media on mental health and comes across an article titled "The Dark Side of Social Media: How it's Affecting Your Mental Health." The article is written by a popular social media influencer who has gained millions of followers online. The article claims that social media use is directly linked to an increase in depression and anxiety, and provides some personal anecdotes and opinions to support its claims. *Would you trust the authority of the author in this article? YES/NO? A) The author is an expert in the field of mental health and has a Ph.D. in psychology. B) The author is a popular social media influencer with a large following, but lacks any formal education or training in psychology. C) The author is a journalist who has written extensively on the topic of technology and society, but has no formal training in psychology. D) The author is a mental health professional who has written several books on the topic of mental health, but this article is not peer- reviewed.  Currency/Date of Publication Date of publication should be current or at least 5 years earlier *Which material will you use for a research on electromagnetism? a. Notes on recent researches in electricity on magnetism, 2016 b. Basics of electromagnetism, 2015 c. The foundation of studies in electromagnetism, 2009 d. Fundamentals of Physics, 2013 Situation: A student is researching the impact of artificial intelligence on the job market and comes across two articles on the topic. Article A is titled "The Rise of Artificial Intelligence: How it's Changing the Job Market" and was published in a popular business magazine in 2015. Article B is titled "Artificial Intelligence in the Job Market: A 2020 Update" and was published in a leading *Which article is more likely to provide relevant and up- to-date information on the topic? A) Article A, because it provides a general overview of the impact of AI on the job market. B) Article B, because it provides more recent information on the topic. C) Both articles are equally relevant, because the topic of AI's impact on the job market has not changed significantly in the past few  Contents/Accuracy of Information The author should have lots of citation in his/her text and bibliography or work cited section What is the tone and style of writing? Is the information accurate? *Which of these sources would you use for a research on Marxism? a. The dark side of Marxism, Hen Sy b. Karl Marx and the Fundamentals of Marxism, Fred Angle c. Effects of Marxism in an industrialized world, Rick Carlos Situation: A student is researching the effects of climate change on global food production and comes across an article titled "Climate Change: The Silent Killer of Our Food Supply." The article claims that climate change has already caused a significant decline in global food production, citing a study that found that yields have decreased by 10% worldwide over the past decade. The article also claims that this decline is due to rising *How would you evaluate the accuracy of the information presented in this article? A) The information presented in the article is accurate and reliable, as it is based on a scientific study. B) The information presented in the article is mostly accurate, but some of the details may be exaggerated or oversimplified. C) The information presented in the article is unreliable and likely to be  Location of Sources Where is the source published? Is it published digitally or print? Is it a book, an academic journal, or a reputable news source such as www.nytimes.com or www.economist.com? Does it provide complete publication information such as author(s)/editor(s), title, date of publication, and publisher? 1. Which material will you use for a research on Marxism? a.www.fundamentalsofmarxism.com b.www.academia.edu/basicsofmarxism/ c.www.marxism.com/effectsofmarxisminanindustrializedworld/ A. The website's title ("Fundamentals of Marxism") provides an in-depth introduction to the fundamentals of Marxism, covering the basics of Marxist theory and principles likes the topics such as dialectics, alienation, and class struggle. The website's domain name (.com) is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) which is widely used and recognized, indicating a legitimate and established online presence. www.academia.edu/basicsofmarxism/ is a educational platform that allows users to share their research papers, which may not be peer-reviewed or vetted by experts in the field. The URL is not a dedicated website for Marxism, but rather a platform for sharing academic papers, which may not be focused on Marxism specifically. DIGITAL PRINT > What is the URL of the website? Complete address of > Avoid using blogs or personal the publishing homepage Information about and wiki sites (Wikipedia, the author Wiktionary, Email Wikiquotes) Website ISBN Reputable sites:.gov (government) URL = is a web address that identifies a specific resource on the internet. Protocol = is the first part of the URL Website = is a collection of webpages that are connected by hyperlinks and are typically hosted on a single domain. Webpage = is a single page on the internet that contains content, such as text, images, and videos. Domain = is the highest-level part of a URL that identifies the organization or individual responsible for the website. Path= is the part of a URL that identifies the specific location of a webpage on the server. Query String: is the part of a URL that contains additional information about the webpage being requested. URL > https://www.example.com/path/to/page?query=string#anchor Protocol: https (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) Website: www.example.com (the website or domain name) Webpage: /path/to/page (the path to the webpage) Domain: example.com (the top-level domain name) Path: /path/to/page (the path to the webpage, including any subdirectories or files) Query String: ?query=string (additional data passed to the server, usually in key-value pairs) Situation: A student is researching the impact of social media on mental health and comes across a blog post titled "The Dark Side of Social Media: How it's Ruining Your Mental Health." The blog post cites a study that claims that excessive social media use is linked to increased rates of depression and anxiety. The blog post also mentions that this is especially true for young people who are more likely to be affected by social media. *Where would you expect the study cited in the blog post to be published? A) A peer-reviewed academic journal in the field of psychology or public health B) A popular online news website or magazine C) A blog focused on mental health or wellness D) A book written by a self-help expert A. It would have undergone rigorous review and evaluation by experts in the field before being accepted for publication. This would increase the credibility and reliability of the study.  Accuracy – refers to the degree of correctness, reliability, and truthfulness of the information presented on the web. Authority – if the page lists the author’s credentials and its domain is preferred (.edu,.gov,.org,.net) Objectivity – if the page provides accurate information with limited advertising and it is objective in presenting information and not biased Currency – if the page is current and updated regularly as well as the links provided and there’s no much dead links Evaluating sources is important for several reasons: > Ensure accuracy and reliability: = this helps you avoid spreading misinformation or falling prey to biased or misleading information. > Develop critical thinking =helps you develop these skills and become a more discerning consumer of information. > Support arguments and claims: =making your own research more robust and convincing. > Avoid plagiarism: =you can ensure that you are properly citing and referencing sources Enhance credibility: = enhance your own credibility as a researcher, writer, or communicator by present credible and well-researched information Identify potential biases: = helps you identify potential biases, which can influence the information presented. By recognizing biases, you can approach the information with a more nuanced perspective. Make informed decisions: = make informed decisions based on credible and reliable information, rather than relying on speculation or hearsay. Improve communication: Advantages of Evaluating Sources: Accurate Information: =helps you gather accurate and reliable information, which is essential for making informed decisions. Improved Critical Thinking: =the process of evaluating sources requires critical thinking, analysis, and evaluation, which can improve your critical thinking skills. Increased Credibility: Reduced Risk of Misinformation: =reduce the risk of spreading misinformation or falling prey to biased or misleading information. Enhanced Research Skills: =helps you develop research skills, including searching for information, identifying relevant sources, and analyzing data. Improved Decision-Making: =make informed decisions based on credible and reliable information. Disadvantages of Evaluating Sources: Time-Consuming: =evaluating sources can be a time-consuming process, especially when dealing with a large number of sources. Complexity: evaluating sources can be complex, especially when dealing with technical or specialized information. Subjectivity: =evaluating sources can be subjective, as different people may have different opinions about the credibility and reliability Limited Resources: =access to credible sources may be limited, especially in certain fields or topics. Overemphasis on Authority: =overemphasizing the authority of a source can lead to a lack of consideration for other factors that affect the credibility of the source. Biased Evaluation: =biased evaluation can occur when evaluators are influenced by their own beliefs, values, or biases when evaluating sources. Evaluation Fatigue: =repeatedly evaluating sources can lead to evaluation END OF DISCUSSION!!!