Evaluating Sources

What types of sources fall under the term "Periodical". Select all that apply.

• Websites

• Newspapers

• Academic journals

• Magazines

Choose a sources that would most likely contain information that would answer the research question: What makes Disneyland a fun place for people of all ages?

• a website called disneylandruns.com explaining how to enter in a 5K race that takes place at Disneyland every May
• a website called vacationtodisneyland.com that lists the rides that young children can ride

Which domain goes with government?

• .edu

• .gov

• .com

• .org

Ellis is researching the history of driving laws in her state. Which of the following would be the most useful source to find this information?

• a book titled, A Comprehensive Look at State Statutes and Law
• a magazine article titled "A Historical Look at the Best Cars of All Time"

Which of these purposes is a MUST for choosing a website for research?

• P (Persuade)

• I (Inform)

• E (Entertain)

the writer's reason for writing something

• author's purpose

• bias

• credible

• inform

When you say a source is authoritative you mean:

• it has an expert author who is an authority on the subject
• it comes from someone who is a leader
• it is about someone who is a general in the army
• it is up to date and timely

Which question helps you evaluate a source's purpose?

• Is there bias?

• When was it published?

• None of these.

Choose a sources that would most likely contain information that would answer the research question: What makes Disneyland a fun place for people of all ages?

• magazine article explaining the attractions at Disneyland and how they could appeal to senior citizens
• a newspaper article reviewing the raise in ticket prices at Disneyland over the past 25 years

True or False - If readers evaluate sources before reading an entire source, they will find higher-quality information and find it quicker. 

• True
• False