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Topic in Brief
- The appropriateness of sources for the research is contextual, depending on the topic and purpose of the study.
- Using different types of resources you add credibility and show you as an expert researcher.
- Secondary sources provide diverse interpretation of primary documents and could be hardly trustful.
- Associate your research with citation of good quality, for people judge research by the quality of the ideas you associate yourself with.
- Evaluation is required even if you find resources through the library.
Learning Outcomes
Follow this guide to be able to:
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Determine scholarly sources including statistical data as relevant results for your research;
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Understand the importance of evaluating information sources;
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Apply the CRAAP Test in evaluating information;
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Identify predatory and fake sources of information.