Databases A

What is a database?

• a collection of information that is organized so you can quickly and easily find what you need

• a kind of search engine, like Google

• a librarian that has correct and reliable information on certain subjects

• a website that finds information for you on the internet.

Information found using Google is always valid and reliable.

• True

• False

Information found on a database, like the ones found in POWER Library or World Book Online, are always valid and reliable.

• True

• False

Everything on the internet is factual.

• True

• False

What does the word "credible" mean?

• incorrect

• dangerous

• trustworthy

• amazing

Databases are

• very organized and easy to use

• providers of high quality information

• good to use when researching

• all of the above

What should you do when you use words from another person's writing?

• Nothing. Copying and pasting is fine.

• Raise your hand to tell your teacher.

• This is a trick question. Never use words from another person's writing.

• Paraphrase and give credit to the original author

Anyone can edit articles in Wikipedia

• True

• False

What is the main purpose for citing or showing sources you used in a research paper?

• To give credit to the author

• to make the paper look more professional

• to fill up space in the paper

• to show off your knowledge

Why is it important to evaluate sources and find accurate information?

• The creators may not be experts on the topic.

• So you don't fall for a fake information.

• Anyone can post anything online and that does not make it true.

• All of the answer choices are true.