The video tutorial explains the importance of scholarly articles and books in academic research, highlighting the peer-review process that ensures their reliability. It also discusses when non-scholarly books and periodicals might be appropriate for research, emphasizing the need to evaluate the authority and relevance of all sources used.

What is a key characteristic of scholarly articles?

• They are written for a general audience.

• They are always fictional.

• They are published in newspapers.

• They are reviewed by experts in the field.

What is the primary audience for scholarly articles?

• High school students

• Experts in the field

• Children

• General public

What is the main purpose of the peer-review process?

• To reduce the number of articles published.

• To increase the length of the article.

• To ensure the reliability of scholarly literature.

• To make articles more entertaining.

When using a scholarly book for research, what is a recommended approach?

• Read the entire book.

• Focus on one or two relevant chapters.

• Only read the introduction.

• Ignore the book and use articles instead.

What is a benefit of using scholarly books in research?

• They are always short.

• They are published daily.

• They cover topics in great detail.

• They are written for children.

In what scenario might non-scholarly books be appropriate for research?

• When writing about a historical event.

• When researching a scientific theory.

• When exploring twentieth-century Korean literature.

• When studying mathematical equations.

What should you check to determine if a nonfiction book is scholarly?

• The book's price.

• The book's cover design.

• The number of chapters.

• The author's credentials and sources cited.

What is a common feature of non-scholarly periodicals?

• They are peer-reviewed.

• They are published periodically.

• They are written for experts.

• They contain only fictional stories.

What is a potential downside of using non-scholarly periodicals for research?

• They are only available online.

• They are too expensive.

• They may not be peer-reviewed.

• They are too detailed.

What is the purpose of a newspaper?

• To focus on a narrow audience of experts.

• To provide verified facts that are current.

• To entertain with fictional stories.

• To publish peer-reviewed articles.