Think about the last time you looked something up online to prove a point, answer a question, or win an argument.Where did you find the information? How did you decide whether or not to trust it? Write at least 3 sentences.
Watch the video at https://youtu.be/W7Zhm1qgfi0 about selecting evidence and answer the questions that follow using the slides and the video.
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What does the acronym CRAAP stand for in evaluating source credibility?
In the RAVEN method, what does 'Vested Interest' refer to?
The author's financial investment in the publication
The author's educational background
The author's ability to observe the event firsthand
The author's personal stake or bias in the topic
Which of the following best describes the purpose of using the CRAAP and RAVEN methods together?
To memorize acronyms for academic purposes
To evaluate the grammatical correctness of a source
To assess the credibility and reliability of information sources
To determine the popularity of a source among peers
According to the video, why is 'Currency' an important factor in evaluating a source?
It indicates the financial cost of accessing the source
It reflects the author's monetary gain from the publication
It shows the source's popularity over time
It ensures the information is up-to-date and relevant to current events
What does 'Neutrality' assess in the RAVEN method?
The presence of bias or objectivity in the source
The author's emotional tone in the writing
The author's nationality
The color scheme used in the publication
Which of the following is considered a Tier 1 source?
A Wikipedia article about ancient Egyptian trade
A popular magazine article on textile exports
A peer-reviewed journal article on linen in the ancient world
A blog post by a history enthusiast
Why might a student use a Tier 3 source in their research paper?
It offers the most thorough academic analysis
It includes original experimental data
It is always peer-reviewed and unbiased
It may provide a useful fact or point to higher-tier sources
What distinguishes Tier 2 sources from Tier 1 sources?
Tier 2 sources are mostly opinion pieces
Tier 2 sources include textbooks used in universities
Tier 2 sources lack citations or evidence
Tier 2 sources are well-researched but not peer-reviewed
What is the best use of Tier 4 sources such as Wikipedia, according to the reading?
As a final, citable authority in a formal academic paper
To identify keywords, questions, or leads for further research
To replace academic journal articles
To support the main thesis directly
Why do instructors prefer Tier 1 sources for academic writing?
They are vetted by experts and structured to communicate research clearly
They are more likely to express strong personal opinions
They include ads and popular media content
They are faster and easier to read than websites
What is a key feature of peer-reviewed articles that makes them Tier 1 sources?
They are published in newspapers or magazines
They can be edited by anyone with internet access
They include images and personal stories
They are evaluated anonymously by experts before publication
What might be a sign that a Tier 4 source is not credible for citation in an academic paper?
It includes hyperlinks to government data
It lacks transparency about the author or organization’s agenda
It provides up-to-date statistics with cited sources
It was published by a major university press
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the abstract in a scholarly article?
To summarize the article's key purpose, methods, findings, and significance
To provide a detailed explanation of the literature review
To give a personal reflection from the author
To list all the sources the article references
When is it appropriate to use Google Scholar in academic research?
Only when other websites are not working
To pay for full-text access to scholarly articles
To find academic sources across a broad range of disciplines
To locate popular media articles and editorials
According to the reading, what is a good reason to consult Tier 4 sources like Wikipedia early in the research process?
To cite them as final evidence in your paper
To verify quotes from academic journals
To explore a topic and gather search terms or leads to higher-tier sources
To find detailed, peer-reviewed information quickly
You find a short news article that reports on a new study about teen sleep habits. According to the four-tier system, what should you do next before deciding to cite it?
Use it immediately—it’s news, so it must be accurate
Search for the original study in a peer-reviewed journal (Tier 1)
Ignore it completely—news articles are not useful for research
Quote it as a Tier 1 source
Which source would be most appropriate to cite as key evidence in an academic research paper?
