Evaluating Sources: A Research Skills Worksheet
A Grade 10 ELA worksheet focused on developing critical skills for evaluating sources, including identifying bias, checking credibility, and assessing relevance.
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Evaluating Sources: A Research Skills Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers. This worksheet will help you practice evaluating the credibility, relevance, and bias of sources for research.
1. A source published on a .gov website is always more reliable than one on a .org website.
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False
2. An author's credentials and expertise are important factors when assessing a source's credibility.
True
False
1. Which of the following indicates potential bias in a source?
Presentation of multiple viewpoints
Use of emotionally charged language
Citing evidence from reputable studies
A clear distinction between fact and opinion
2. A news article primarily quoting sources from one political party might be exhibiting:
Objectivity
Neutrality
Bias
Thoroughness
The CRAAP Test is a useful tool for evaluating sources. CRAAP stands for:
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Read the following scenario and answer the questions below:
You are researching the potential health benefits of a new dietary supplement. You find an article on a website called 'SuperHealthNow.com' that claims the supplement can cure various diseases. The article does not cite any scientific studies and the author is listed as 'Dr. Wellness,' with no further credentials.
1. What are two red flags regarding the credibility of this source?
2. How would you determine the relevance of this source to your research?