Usefulness Self-Quiz |
Instructions: Before reviewing the questions below,
select one of the following sources as most useful for a research
paper on the current use of primates in scientific laboratories? |
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When deciding whether or not an information source is useful in the
context of your research, you should consider the following issues
regarding content. Click on the linked term to the right of each issue
for a set of activities that will clarify your understanding of each:
Issue |
Term |
Are the goals for this publication clearly stated?
Is there a particular bias evident? Is the viewpoint of the author's
affiliation reflected in the message or content? Does the
information appear to be valid and well-researched? |
Click below for a detailed chart:
Objectivity
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Does this appear to be quality work?
Is the information well-organized? Has the author used good grammar?
Are the graphics – images, tables, charts, diagrams – appropriate
and clearly presented? |
Click below for a detailed chart:
Quality
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How does it cover your topic?
Is it comprehensive? an overview? highly detailed and
narrowly-focused? Does the work update other sources? |
Click below for a detailed chart:
Coverage/Currency
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Does the work address your research question or meet the requirments
of your assignment?
Is the content appropriate for your research topic or assignment? |
Click below for a detailed chart:
Relevance
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