Selecting Sources

Which of the following is NOT a primary source:

• Diary

• Interview

• Article critiquing an interview

• Photograph

Which type of bias intentionally includes only the sources that support their side?

• Bias by omission

• Bias by labeling

• Bias by spin

• Bias by source selecting

Which of the following would HURT a sources credibility?

• Author is an expert on the topic discussed

• Article is free of grammatical and spelling errors

• Piece is written in the last 10 years

• References listed cannot be found

Which of the following would HURT a sources credibility?

• Article is peer reviewed by other experts in the field

• Information is outdated and updates are not listed

• Piece is published by an academic institution (.edu)

• Sources are linked and easy to access

True or False: If your secondary sources are all credible, you do not need to look for primary sources.

• True

• False

Source

• the place where you gained information used in your writing; usually a text, article, or story

• Allusion

• Analogy

• Allegory

Evidence

• the facts, examples, or sources used to support a claim; quotations and paraphrasing

• Corroboration

• Estimation

• Opinion

What should you prioritize when selecting sources for your research?

• Flashy designs and eye-catching graphics

• Alignment with your personal beliefs

• Reputability, authority, and credibility

• Sources that are difficult to understand

Why is it essential to use quality sources in research?

• Quality sources provide inaccurate information

• Quality sources enhance the credibility and reliability of your research

• Quality sources are always freely available online

• Quality sources are difficult to find and access

What is one of the key principles of using quality sources for research?

• Prioritize sources with flashy designs

• Choose sources that align with your preconceived notions

• Select sources that are reputable, authoritative, and credible

• Use only sources that are freely available online